Netarsudil monotherapy as the initial treatment for open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension in Indian patients: A real-world evaluation of efficacy and safety.

Author: AchlerkarRahul Raja, BendalePankaj, ChakrabartiDebasis, ChandilPriya, CherlikarVidya, ChoudhurySumit, DasSasmita, DeshmukhSusheel, DeyRituparna, DineshM B, DubeyRama, GuptaRajeev, HalderDebabrata, HazariAjit, HingoraniChanda, JaniSheetal, JohnManuel, KamdarGulam Ali, KishanpuriaSheetal, KumarAjeet, KumarVidya Bhushan, MajumdarNilay Kumar, MathurManoj Chandra, MishraRajesh, NandaAshok Kumar, PahujaKishore, PandeyAlka, RanaViral G, RatnamP Venkat, RavishankarSiddharth, SaikumarS J, ShahDevang Tilak, ShahKaivan, SharmaNeha, SinghParul, SrivastavaRajat Mohan, TopiwalaPratik, VermaSunil Kumar, WadhwaniSunny

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Original Abstract of the Article :
Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness worldwide, affecting more than 64 million people aged 40-80. The best way to manage primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) is by lowering the intraocular pressure (IOP). Netarsudil is a Rho kinase inhibitor, the only class of antiglaucoma medications tha...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10418014/

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

A New Treatment for Open-Angle Glaucoma: Netarsudil Monotherapy

The field of [ophthalmology] faces the challenge of [effectively managing open-angle glaucoma], a leading cause of blindness worldwide. This research investigates the efficacy and safety of [netarsudil monotherapy as the initial treatment for open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension in Indian patients]. The study reveals that [netarsudil, a Rho kinase inhibitor, effectively lowers intraocular pressure (IOP) by reorganizing the extracellular matrix to improve aqueous outflow].

Promising Results for IOP Reduction

The research suggests that [netarsudil monotherapy holds promise as a first-line treatment option for open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension in Indian patients], demonstrating its potential to [effectively control IOP and prevent vision loss]. This finding is particularly noteworthy as it [addresses the pressing need for effective and safe treatment options in a population with a high prevalence of glaucoma].

Hope for Glaucoma Patients in India

This study provides valuable insights into the potential benefits of netarsudil for glaucoma patients in India. It reinforces the importance of [conducting research tailored to specific populations to address their unique needs and improve patient outcomes].

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

My journey through the vast desert of scientific knowledge has unearthed countless treasures, but few have shimmered as brightly as this study on netarsudil. It's like a refreshing oasis in the parched landscape of glaucoma treatment, offering a glimmer of hope for millions of individuals facing vision loss. Its potential to effectively control IOP, coupled with its safety profile, makes it a promising addition to the ophthalmologist's toolkit. As a researcher, I'm excited to witness the impact this discovery will have on the lives of glaucoma patients, not just in India but around the world.
Date :
  1. Date Completed 2023-06-19
  2. Date Revised 2023-11-16
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

37322670

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC10418014

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Languages

English

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