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Abstract #60438 Published in IGR 16-4

A review of the pharmacology of carbonic anhydrase inhibitors for the treatment of glaucoma in dogs and cats

Maślanka T
Veterinary Journal 2015; 203: 278-284


Glaucoma is a heterogeneous group of disorders usually associated with elevated intraocular pressure (IOP), leading to optic nerve damage, retinal ganglion cell death and irreversible vision loss. Therefore, medications that lower IOP are the mainstay of glaucoma therapy. Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors (CAIs) are some of the principal drugs used in the management of canine and feline glaucoma. This paper summarises current knowledge of the mechanism of action of these agents and their effect on IOP in dogs and cats. It also discusses potential harmful side effects of CAIs and presents current opinions about their role and place in the medical management of glaucoma in small animals.

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Classification:

5.3 Other (Part of: 5 Experimental glaucoma; animal models)
11.5.2 Topical (Part of: 11 Medical treatment > 11.5 Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors)



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