Glaucoma drugs Flashcards
1
Q
Epinephrine
A
Decrease aqueous humor via vasoconstricution (alpha 1)
Mydriasis don’t use in CLOSED ANGLE
2
Q
Brimonidine
A
Alpha 2
Decrease AH via lower synthesis
Blurry vision, forgein body sensation
Ocular hyperemia
Allergic reaction
ocular pruritus
3
Q
Latonoprost
A
PGF2alpha
Increases outflow of AH
Toxicity: Darkens iris
A prostaglandin