Question
Patient: Mrs. Rose, a 68-year-old woman, Chief Complaint: Gradual loss of vision in both eyes, particularly in the peripheral vision. Medical History: Hypertension, Type 2 Diabetes, and Hyperlipidaemia. No known drug allergies. Family History: Her father had glaucoma. Presenting Symptoms: Mrs. Rose reports difficulty seeing objects in her peripheral vision for the past 6 months. She has had a gradual decrease in her night vision as well. Ophthalmologic Exam: Intraocular pressure (IOP): 28 mmHg in both eyes Visual field: Decreased peripheral vision, with a loss in the superior field. Optic disc: Cupping noted in both eyes. Diagnosis: Open-angle glaucoma.
Mrs. Rose’s intraocular pressure (IOP) is 28 mmHg. Which class of drugs is most likely to lower IOP
by decreasing aqueous humour production
a) Beta-blockers
c) Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
b) Prostaglandin analogues
d) Alpha-2 adrenergic agonists (PTO)
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Answer
Correct answer: a) Beta-blockers
Beta-blockers (e.g. Timolol) lower IOP primarily by decreasing aqueous humour production at the ciliary epithelium.
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