Aceclidine
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Routes of administration | Topical (ophthalmic solution) |
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Metabolism | deacetylation? |
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Aceclidine (Glaucostat, Glaunorm, Glaudin) is a
miotic agent used in the treatment of narrow angle glaucoma
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Medicinal properties
Aceclidine decreases intraocular pressure. It acts as a muscarinic acetylcholine receptor agonist.[1]
Side effects of aceclidine include increased salivation and bradycardia (in excessive doses).
Chemistry
Aceclidine is an
pKa of 9.3.[2]
See also
- Talsaclidine (drug with a similar structure)
- Muscarine