Which dosing regimen is described for the affected eye in primary glaucoma?

Which dosing regimen is described for the affected eye in primary glaucoma?

• A. Latanoprost Nightly And Monitor Yearly
• B. Timolol Twice Daily
• C. Dorzolamide 2% Once Daily
• D. Alternating Drops Of Latanoprost And Dorzolamide Every 5 Minutes For 30 Minutes And Recheck IOP

Answer: (D)

Rapidly lowering intraocular pressure in the affected eye often needs a timed combination approach that uses two drugs with different mechanisms. Latanoprost lowers IOP by increasing uveoscleral outflow, while dorzolamide decreases aqueous humor production. Administering alternating drops every few minutes for about 30 minutes delivers a rapid, additive effect from both mechanisms, and then rechecking the IOP confirms how well the pressure has fallen and whether further treatment is needed. This approach is more effective for urgent or acute assessment than a single nightly drop or a single daily dose, which would not produce the same prompt reduction.

Rapidly lowering intraocular pressure in the affected eye often needs a timed combination approach that uses two drugs with different mechanisms. Latanoprost lowers IOP by increasing uveoscleral outflow, while dorzolamide decreases aqueous humor production. Administering alternating drops every few minutes for about 30 minutes delivers a rapid, additive effect from both mechanisms, and then rechecking the IOP confirms how well the pressure has fallen and whether further treatment is needed. This approach is more effective for urgent or acute assessment than a single nightly drop or a single daily dose, which would not produce the same prompt reduction.