You are in the eye OPD and wish to use a topical Beta blocker in a patient. The Chosen dug by you should have all the following propeies except: (A) Strong local anaesthetic activity, (B) High lipophilicity, (C) High ocular capture, (D) Low Systemic activity
Answer is A. Ref-KDT 6/e p144 Timolol and betaxolol are the preferred beta blockers for the treatment of glaucoma because they lack local anaesthetic activity. Drugs possessing this propey increase the risk of corneal ulcers