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Ophthalmology General 9660259c

Besides its propeies of decreasing intraocular pressure, timolol is preferred in the treatment of glaucoma because it

A
Produces no miosis
B
Possess membrane stabilizing activity
C
Increases outflow of aqueous humor
D
Is a selective beta-adrenoceptor blocker
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Produces no miosis Advantages of topical n-blockers (timolol) over miotics (pilocarpinel No change in pupil size (no miosis) - No fluctuation in I.O.T. No induced myopia - Convenient once/twice daily applications No ciliary spasm (no spasm of accomodation) - Few systemic side effects.

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