Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Drugs that lower eye pressure in dogs and cats with glaucoma
By Maślanka, T·Published in Polish journal of veterinary sciences·2014·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Autonomic drugs in the treatment of canine and feline glaucoma--Part II: Medications that lower intraocular pressure by reducing aqueous humour production.
Plain-English summary
A dog or cat diagnosed with glaucoma may experience increased eye pressure, which can lead to vision loss if not treated. Medications that lower this pressure work by reducing the production of fluid in the eye. Two main types of these medications are beta-blockers and selective alpha-2 agonists. While these drugs can effectively manage eye pressure, it's important to be aware of potential side effects. Regular veterinary check-ups and monitoring are essential to ensure the best outcome for pets with glaucoma.
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Abstract
One characteristic of the most common types of glaucoma is increased intraocular pressure (IOP), which has a damaging effect on optic nerve axons, leading to progressive loss of retinal ganglion cells. Therefore, ocular hypotensive drugs are the mainstay of pharmacological therapy for glaucoma. This review article, which is the second part of a two-part series, is dedicated to autonomic drugs which lower IOP by decreasing the aqueous humour production. These agents are subdivided into two groups: β-adrenergic antagonists and selective α2-adrenergic agonists. This paper summarizes the current state of knowledge on the mechanism of action of these drugs and their effect on IOP in dogs and cats. Moreover, it discusses their possible undesirable side effects of these medications and presents the current ideas about their role and position in the medical management of glaucoma in small animals.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25638994/