Ophthalmologic Drug Guide

by Rhee, Doublas J., M.D.; Colby, Kathryn A., M.D., Ph.D.; Rapuano, Christopher J.; Sobrin, Lucia, M.D.

• ISBN13: 9780387332512
• ISBN10: 0387332510
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-11-01
• Publisher: Springer Verlag

Summary

This up-to-the-minute, handy pocket reference, Ophthalmologic Drug Guide offers snap-shots of all the relevant information on the whole range of therapeutics agents used in eye care. Using a topic-based approach, both the resident and the experienced physician can quickly find both prescription and OTC therapeutics to match their patients' needs. With an emphasis on such recent developments as the increasingly effective anti-glaucoma agents and the expanding number of anti-allergy and dry eye products, the authors provide busy clinicians with the information they need in an easy access, quick reference format. This useful guide includes chapters focusing on emerging retinal drugs, treatments for age-related macular degeneration and the intravitreal medications used for intraocular infections. A "pocket brain" for ocular pharmacologic agents and OTC treatments. Ophthalmologic Drug Guide gives the reader the latest information in a handy, portable reference and helps improve patient care and patient outcomes. Book jacket.

Table of Contents

Preface	vii
Abbreviations	xi
1 Antibacterial Agents	1
2 Antifungal Agents	33
3 Antiviral Agents	41
4 Antiparasitic Agents	47
5 Antiglaucoma Agents	55
6 Neuro-Ophthalmology	69
7 Anti-Inflammatory Agents	73
8 Mydriatics, Cycloplegics, and Reversal Agents	81
9 Lubricants and Viscoelastics	85
10 Miscellaneous Conditions	93
11 Anti-Angiogenesis Agents	105
12 Contact Lens	107
Appendices
Appendix 1: Topical Antibacterial Spectrum	121
Appendix 2: Preparing Fortified Topical Antibiotics and Oral Acetazolamide Solution	123
Appendix 3: Antifungal Activity Spectrum	124
Appendix 4: Acyclovir Dosing in Renal Failure	125
Appendix 5: Glaucoma Medication Preservatives	130
Appendix 6: Titrating Topical Drops for Children	132
Appendix 7: Dosing Protocol for Verteporfin (VISUDYNE)	133
Product Index	135
Subject Index	141