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Which of the following medicines is used to dilate pupil?

A
Atropine
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Cocaine
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C
Beladonna
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All of the above
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Solution

The correct option is D All of the above
Medicines which are used to enlarge or dilate the pupil for the eye examination is called as dilating drops such as atropine, cocaine and scopolamine. These chemicals are derived from belladonna. Atropine works by blocking muscarinic receptors, that are found in the muscles of the eye. These receptors are involved in controlling the size of the pupil and the shape of the lens. Thus, the correct answer is option D.

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