Cannabinoids and glaucoma

Br J Ophthalmol. 2004 May;88(5):708-13. doi: 10.1136/bjo.2003.032250.

Abstract

Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness in the world. In spite of the diverse therapeutic possibilities, new and better treatments for glaucoma are highly desirable. Cannabinoids effectively lower the intraocular pressure (IOP) and have neuroprotective actions. Thus, they could potentially be useful in the treatment of glaucoma. The purpose of this article is to provide the reader with an overview of the latest achievements in research into the potential use of cannabinoids for glaucoma.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cannabinoids / therapeutic use*
  • Glaucoma / drug therapy*
  • Humans
  • Ophthalmic Solutions
  • Phytotherapy / methods*
  • Plant Extracts / therapeutic use

Substances

  • Cannabinoids
  • Ophthalmic Solutions
  • Plant Extracts