Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors

Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors (CAIs) are drugs used to treat glaucoma, a condition that causes pressure to build up in the eye due to an increase in fluid. CAIs work by blocking the enzyme carbonic anhydrase, which is responsible for producing bicarbonate, a key part of the fluid production process in the eye. By blocking this enzyme, CAIs reduce the pressure in the eye and prevent further damage to the optic nerve, helping to improve and maintain vision. CAIs are usually taken as eye drops or as tablets, and can provide quick and effective relief from glaucoma.