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Drug Class Terms

Question 2 • Medical Terminology - EL3620 A

is a type of that is used to treat glaucoma by stimulating prostaglandin F receptors.

Answer
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A prostaglandin F agonist
B
A miotic drug
C
A retinoid drug
D
An oral antihistamine

Explanation

A prostaglandin F agonist, such as latanoprost, stimulates prostaglandin F receptors in the eye. This increases fluid drainage and lowers intraocular pressure, helping treat glaucoma. Miotic drugs can also treat glaucoma, but they do not work by stimulating prostaglandin F receptors.

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