Tag: Echothiophate

In 2022, an estimated 4.2 million Americans were living with glaucoma, a leading cause of irreversible blindness [1.2.1]. This article explores a key class of drugs used in its treatment and answers: what is an example of a miotic drug?

Studies show that long-term use of certain miotic agents, particularly potent cholinesterase inhibitors, is associated with the formation of lens opacities [1.3.4, 1.5.8]. Investigating the question, 'How does miotic cause cataracts?', reveals a complex process involving changes in lens permeability and ion balance [1.2.1, 1.2.2].

Clinical studies from the mid-20th century established a clear connection between the use of potent miotic agents and the development of lens opacities. This finding raised significant concern within the ophthalmology community, prompting research into the precise mechanisms that explain why miotics cause cataracts.