Ophthalmic glaucoma agents

What are Ophthalmic glaucoma agents?

Ophthalmic glaucoma agents are used to reduce eye pressure in glaucoma. Glaucoma refers to a group of eye conditions that lead to damage to the optic nerve, which in most cases, is due to increased pressure in the eye. More than one type of eye drop may be used at a time, and regular use is very important.

Antiglaucoma Agents

Drug	Target	Type
Acetazolamide	Carbonic anhydrase 12	target
Omidenepag isopropyl	Carboxylesterase	enzyme
Omidenepag isopropyl	Prostaglandin E2 receptor EP2 subtype	target
Omidenepag isopropyl	Prostaglandin E2 receptor EP1 subtype	target

Due to the mechanisms of action previously discussed (see “Cholinergic Ocular Impact section”) cholinergic agonists (acetylcholine, carbachol, echothiopate Iodide, and pilocarpine), are widely used in glaucoma management.

Eye drops for glaucoma may affect how those other medicines work. Some types of eye drops work by helping fluid drain from your eye, which lowers eye pressure. Examples include: Prostaglandins, like Xalatan (latanoprost), Travatan Z (travoprost), Zioptan (tafluprost), and Lumigan (bimatoprost)