Table 3.7

Class: NON SELECTIVE ADRENERGIC AGONISTS

CompoundMode of actionIOP reductionContra-indicationsSide effects
Non- selectiveEpinephrine 0.25-2.0% Dipivefrin 0.1%Decreases aqueous humour production and may increases uveo-scleral outflow15-20%Occludable angles (iridotomy needed) Aphakic patients (macular oedema)Local: Conjunctival hyperemia, conjunctival pigmentation. Burning, stinging, ocular pain, blurred vision, macular oedema Systemic: systemic hypertension, headache, anxiety, confusion, chest pain, shortness of breath, tachycardia, sweating