| abstract |
Use of flunarizine, a calcium channel blocking agent known for use as cerebral and peripheral vasodilator, in the treatment of glaucoma by topical administration. Differently from other calcium channel blockers already tested for use as antiglaucoma agents, flunarizine is highly active in lowering the intraocular pressure when administered by the topical ophthalmic route. The invention also comprises anti-glaucoma preparations containing flunarizine, or combinations of flunarizine with beta-blockers such as timolol. |