Carbachol Other names: Carbamylcholine

Chemical formula: C₆H₁₅ClN₂O₂  Molecular mass: 147.196 g/mol  PubChem compound: 5831

Mechanism of action

The exact mechanism by which carbachol lowers IOP is not precisely known.

Pharmacodynamic properties

Carbachol is a potent cholinergic (parasympathomimetic) agent which produces constriction of the iris and ciliary body resulting in reduction in intraocular pressure (IOP).

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