Unit 3: Ocular Pharmacology Flashcards
1
Q
Which classes of glaucoma drugs increase outflow of aqueous humor? (3)
A
Prostaglandin analogs, Alpha-2-agonists, cholindergic agonists
2
Q
Which classes of glaucoma drugs decrease production of aqueous humor? (3)
A
Alpha-2-agonists, Beta-blockers, carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
3
Q
Name a prostglandin analog.
A
Latanoprost
4
Q
Name an alpha-2-agonist used in glaucoma
A
Brimonidine
5
Q
Name a cholinergic agonist used in glaucoma
A
Pilocarpine
6
Q
Name 2 beta-blockers used in glaucoma treatment
A
Timolol, Betaxolol
7
Q
Name a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor used in glaucoma treatment.
A
Dorzolamide
