NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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What is one side effect of using cholinergics (miotics) for glaucoma?

  1. Improved night vision

  2. Poor vision at night

  3. Increased intraocular pressure

  4. Decreased eyelash growth

The correct answer is: Poor vision at night

Cholinergics, also known as miotics, are commonly used to treat glaucoma by reducing intraocular pressure. However, one of the side effects of this medication is poor vision at night. This is caused by the constriction of the pupil, which can reduce the amount of light that enters the eye. Therefore, option B is the correct answer. On the other hand, option A, improved night vision, is a positive effect and not a side effect of using cholinergics for glaucoma treatment. Option C, increased intraocular pressure, is not a side effect of cholinergics but rather the intended effect. Cholinergics work by increasing pressure in the eye in order to improve drainage of fluid and reduce pressure. Option D, decreased eyelash growth, is a side effect of another glaucoma medication called prostaglandins, not cholinergics. Therefore, it is incorrect in relation to the question.

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