How Beta Blockers Lower IOP | Glaucoma Eye Treatment

How Beta Blockers Lower IOP | Glaucoma Eye Treatment Explained

Description:

In this video, we explain how Beta Blockers help reduce intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with glaucoma. Learn about the mechanism of action, common medications like Timolol, their benefits, and side effects.

Beta blockers lower IOP mainly by reducing aqueous humor production in the ciliary body of the eye. This makes them one of the first-line treatments in managing open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension.

Key topics covered:

What are Beta Blockers?

How they reduce eye pressure

Timolol and other common drugs

Who should avoid them?

Side effects and precautions

Keywords:
beta blockers for eye pressure, how beta blockers reduce IOP, Timolol for glaucoma, glaucoma eye drops, intraocular pressure treatment, aqueous humor, open angle glaucoma, best treatment for glaucoma, IOP lowering drugs, Cuba Vision eye care

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