Select the statement that best describes the reason why antidiarrheals containing atropine should not be used by patients who have glaucoma.
A. Anticholinergic drugs may increase intraocular pressure by reducing anterior chamber drainage in patients with glaucoma.
B. Anticholinergic drugs may damage the ciliary cells in the eye.
C. Anticholinergic drugs may increase the density of the vitreous humor and lead to lowered intraocular pressure.
D. None of these are correct.
Answer: A
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