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Block 1 Pharmacology > Ophthalmic Beta-Adrenergic Blockers > Flashcards

Ophthalmic Beta-Adrenergic Blockers Flashcards

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Ophthalmic Beta-Adrenergic Blockers

Drug Names

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Betaxolol
Carteolol
Levobunolol
Metipranolol
Timolol
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Indications

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Glaucoma- open angle and ocular hypertension

May be used with miotics or carbonic anhydrase inhibitors

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Mechanism of Action

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Reduce production of aqueuos humor

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Contraindications

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Allergy

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Assessment

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HX: drug allergy, current medication and conditions

Physical assessment: Eye assessment, possibly vision exam, overall general condition.

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Adverse Effects

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Irritation: burning/stinging, blurred vision, lacrimation

Minimal systems effect: blocks the SNS

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