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Abstract #17525 Published in IGR 9-2
Effective pharmacological treatment of glaucoma involves reducing intraocular pressure by selecting the best regimen for each patient
No authors listedDrugs and Therapy Perspectives 2007; 23: 18-23
Although the pathophysiology of glaucoma is not fully understood, elevated intraocular pressure is considered an important factor in the development of the disease. Therefore, the aim of treatment in glaucoma is to reduce intraocular pressure. Five major classes of drugs are used in the topical treatment of glaucoma, with prostaglandin analogues and β-adrenoceptor antagonists as first-line therapies. Combination therapy with more than one class of medication may be required.
Classification:
11.1 General management, indication (Part of: 11 Medical treatment)