Adrenergic Agonist Eyedrop (Noun)
Meaning
A treatment for glaucoma; the eyedrops reduce intraocular pressure by decreasing the production of aqueous humor and increasing its drainage through the uveoscleral pathway.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- Adrenergic agonist eyedrops are often prescribed to patients with open-angle glaucoma to reduce intraocular pressure.
- The introduction of adrenergic agonist eyedrops has provided a valuable treatment option for glaucoma patients who are resistant to other medications.
- Studies have shown that adrenergic agonist eyedrops are effective in decreasing intraocular pressure in patients with glaucoma by increasing the uveoscleral outflow of aqueous humor.
- The adrenergic agonist eyedrop works by binding to alpha-2 adrenergic receptors in the ciliary body, which decreases aqueous humor production and increases its outflow.
- By reducing intraocular pressure, adrenergic agonist eyedrops help to slow the progression of glaucoma and prevent vision loss in affected patients.