Flashcards in Glaucoma Deck (3)
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Glaucoma therapy aimed at reducing production of aqueous humor
1. dorzolamide & acetazolamide (carbonic anhydrase inhibitors)
2. Timolol
3. Betoxolol
4. Apraclonidine
5. brimonidine
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Angle closure glaucoma
results from sudden opposition of the peripheral iris w the trabecular meshwork & leads to obstruction of canal of Schlemm through which aqueous humor drains out
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