Pharmacology

Parasympathomimetics

  • Either directly stimulate muscarinic receptors or inhibit acetylcholinesterase 
  • Prolong the effect of ACh
  • Pilocarpine: 
    • Miotic action on the iris
    • Contraction of the longitudinal muscle of the CB
    • Pulls on the scleral spur to open up the uveo-trabecular meshwork
    • Blocks the…
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Parasympathetic Neurotransmission