Abstract
Alpha-adrenergic drugs can alter pupil size as well as intraocular pressure (IOP) when administered topically to the eye. Recent experiments using the more selective α-adrenergic agents suggest that these responses may be mediated by at least three subtypes of α-adrenergic receptors. These studies have also given rise to an apparent paradox because both agonists and antagonists cause a lowering in IOP.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 201-202 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Annals of Ophthalmology |
Volume | 15 |
Issue number | 3 |
State | Published - 1983 |