Drug contraindicated in uveitis is:
Correct Answer: Pilocarpine
Description: Ans. (a) PilocarpineRef: A.K. Khurana 6th ed. /I59-50, Khuranays 4th ed. 146, 47* DOC for acute anterior uveitis: Topical glucocorticoids* 1st line agent: Cycloplegics* In case of uveitis, there is spasm of ciliary muscle and constriction of pupil (miosis). Pilocarpine is a parasympathomimetic agent, which causes further spasm of ciliary muscles and miosis.* NOTE: In case of anterior uveitis, there is irregular constriction of pupil called, festooned pupil.
Category:
Ophthalmology
Get More
Subject Mock Tests
Practice with over 200,000 questions from various medical subjects and improve your knowledge.
Attempt a mock test nowMock Exam
Take an exam with 100 random questions selected from all subjects to test your knowledge.
Coming SoonGet More
Subject Mock Tests
Try practicing mock tests with over 200,000 questions from various medical subjects.
Attempt a mock test now