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Tag: Anticholinesterase drugs

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What are the examples of Miotic drugs? A Guide to Cholinergic and Adrenergic Agents

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First used in eye care for over a century, miotic drugs cause the pupil to constrict, a process known as miosis, by affecting the eye's muscles. This pharmacological action, which can either stimulate the parasympathetic pathway or inhibit the sympathetic pathway, is leveraged to treat various eye conditions. A diverse range of miotic drug examples exists, each with a unique mechanism and application.