Which drug is commonly used to treat glaucoma by increasing aqueous humor outflow?
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Correct answer: Pilocarpine
Pilocarpine is a muscarinic agonist that contracts the ciliary muscle and opens the trabecular meshwork. This increases aqueous humor drainage and lowers intraocular pressure.
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