<prompt> 1 atropine is given in uveitis to: March 2010Cause mydriasis and prevent formation of anterior synechiaeCause miosis and prevent formation of posterior synechiaeCause mydriasis and prevent formation of posterior synechiaeCause miosis and prevent formation of posterior synechiae  <response>: Ans. C: Cause mydriasis and prevent formation of posterior synechiae Cycloplegics serve three purposes in the treatment of anterior uveitis: To relieve pain by immobilizing the iris To prevent adhesion of the iris to the anterior lens capsule posterior synechia, which can lead to iris bombe and elevated intraocular pressure. To stabilize the blood-aqueous barrier and help prevent fuher protein leakage flare. 