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Intraocular Parasympathomimetic

Aka: Intraocular Parasympathomimetic, Intraocular Cholinergic, Isopto Carbachol, Pilocar, Carbachol
  1. Indication
    1. Open Angle Glaucoma second line agent
  2. Mechanism
    1. Reduces resistance to aqueous outflow
  3. Preparations
    1. Pilocarpine (Pilocar 0.25% to 10%) 1 drop qid
    2. Carbachol (Isopto Carbachol)
  4. Adverse Effects
    1. Pupil constriction
    2. Well Tolerated
    3. Nausea or Vomiting
    4. Diarrhea
    5. Sweating
    6. Tremor
    7. Hypotension
    8. Sinus Bradycardia
    9. Atrioventricular Block

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