Acetazolamide decreases intraocular pressure by what mechanism: September 2010
Ans. A: Decreases aqueous humor production Acetazolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor, which means that it forces the kidneys to excrete bicarbonate (HCO;), thus re-acidifying the blood. It also lowers intraocular tension by decreased formation of aqueous humour (It is rich in bicarbonate)
Decreases aqueous humor production
Decreases vitreous volume
Increased drainage of aqueous
None of the above