Cannabinoids and glaucoma. Issue 5 (16th April 2004)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Tomida, I; Pertwee, R G; Azuara-Blanco, A
• Is Part Of: British journal of ophthalmology. Volume 88:Issue 5(2004)
• Page Start: 708
• Page End: 713
• Publication Date: 2004-04-16
• Subjects: Ophthalmology -- Periodicals; 617.7
• DOI: 10.1136/bjo.2003.032250
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0007-1161

Abstract

Abstract : Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness in the world. In spite of the diverse therapeutic possibilities, new and better treatments for glaucoma are highly desirable. Cannabinoids effectively lower the intraocular pressure (IOP) and have neuroprotective actions. Thus, they could potentially be useful in the treatment of glaucoma. The purpose of this article is to provide the reader with an overview of the latest achievements in research into the potential use of cannabinoids for glaucoma.