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sulfisoxazole
inhibit dihydropteroate synthase first step of Folic Acid synthesis
SJS
sulfacetamide
inhibit dihydropteroate synthase first step of Folic Acid synthesis
SJS
sulfamethoxazole
inhibit dihydropteroate synthase first step of Folic Acid synthesis
SJS
sulfadiazine
inhibit dihydropteroate synthase first step of Folic Acid synthesis
SJS
trimethoprim
inhibit dihydrofolate reductase second step of FA synthesis
bone marrow suppression
pyramethamine
inhibit dihydrofolate reductase second step of FA synthesis
bone marrow suppression
baci(+)racin
stop cell wall synthesis peptidoglycan, blepharitis ointment
amoxicillin
cell wall/transpeptidase inhibitor not resistant to penicillinase gram +and-. +clavulonic=augmentin
type I hypersensitivity
dicloxacillin
transpeptidase inhibitor, resistant to penicillinase, doc for MSSA
type I hypersensitivity
cephalexin
1st gen cephalosporin g+, transpeptidase inhibitor, skin infections, type I hypersensitivity
ceftriaxone
3rd gen cephalosporin g+-, transpeptidase inhibitor, IM to treat gonorrhea including gonorrheal conjunctivitis, type I hypersensitivity
ciprofloxacin
2nd gen g-, inhibit DNA gyrase and topoisomerase, oral bad for bones
ofloxacin
2nd gen g-, inhibit DNA gyrase and topoisomerase, oral bad for bones
levofloxacin
3rd gen g+-, inhibit DNA gyrase and topoisomerase, oral bad for bones, only one not approved for down to one year of age
gatifloxacin
4th gen g+-, inhibit DNA gyrase and topoisomerase, oral bad for bones
moxifloxacin
4th gen g+-, inhibit DNA gyrase and topoisomerase, oral bad for bones
besifloxacin
4th gen g+-, inhibit DNA gyrase and topoisomerase, oral bad for bones
gentamycin
aminoglycoside-bind 30s subunit SPK & delayed reepithelialization
tobramycin
aminoglycoside-bind 30s subunit SPK & delayed reepithelialization
tetracycline
tetracycline-bind 30s subunit, bad in pregnancy and kids
minocycline
tetracycline-bind 30s subunit, bad in pregnancy and kids
doxycycline
tetracycline-bind 30s subunit, bad in pregnancy and kids, can be taken with food, can be used with renal failure, used for chlamydia inclusion and trachoma
chloramphenicol
bind 50s subunit, topical
fatal aplastic anemia, ON
erythromycin
macrolide-bind 50s subunit
azithromycin
macrolide-bind 50s subunit, oral for trachoma and inclusion conj., topical for bacterial conj./bleph
clarithromycin
macrolide-bind 50s subunit
lincomycin
bind 50s subunit
MRSA
clindamycin
bind 50s subunit
MRSA
rifampin
binds RNA polymerase of mycobacterium, TB, pink urine and tears
isoniazid
inhibits mycolic acid synthesis, TB, B6 deficiency, rarely ON and atrophy with loss of vision
ethambutol
inhibits arabinosyl transferase, TB, VA and RG are indicated for baseline
oseltamivir
inhibits influenza A and B neuraminidase
zidovudine (retrovir)
inhibits reverse transcriptase (RNA dependent DNA polymerase), HIV, bone marrow suppression
ribavirin
viral RNA polymerase inhibitor, Hep C, conjunctivitis
trifluridine (viroptic)
inhibit DNA polymerase, HSK
acyclovir
inhibit DNA polymerase, herpes
valacyclovir
inhibit DNA polymerase, herpes
famciclovir
inhibit DNA polymerase, herpes
ganciclovir
inhibit DNA polymerase, herpes, CMV
foscarnet (foscavir)
inhibit DNA polymerase, herpes, CMV after ganciclovir fails
natamycin
bind to ergosterol and form pores, only FDA approved for antifungal eye therapy
amphotericin B
bind to ergosterol, topical and IV-nephrotoxicity
nystatin
bind to ergosterol
candida-thrush, vaginal-yeast
not for ophthalmic use
ketoconazole
inhibit ergosterol synthesis
hepatoxicity
fluconazole
inhibit ergosterol synthesis
hepatoxicity
miconazole
inhibit ergosterol synthesis
hepatoxicity
griseofulvin
inhibits fungal mitosis through microtubule formation
scalp and nails
chloroquine
causes a build up of heme in RBC and kills malaria. whorl keratopathy, bullseye maculopathy (RPE mottling)
kwell
goes through exoskeleton and kills insects (lice and scabies), shampoo (lice) can cause conjunctivitis when applied to the lashes
hydroxychloroquine
inhibits phospholipase A2 bullseye maculopathy (RPE mottling), whorl keratopathy
hydrocortisone
inhibits phospholipase A2, adrenal insufficiency, anti-inflammatory. SE-diabetes, weight gain, buffalo hump, immune suppression, osteoporosis, HTN, poor wound healing, Ocular SE-PSC, glaucoma, and decreased wound healing
triamcinolone (kenalog)
inhibits phospholipase A2, useful for tons of ocular stuff, anti-inflammatory-dermatosis, asthma, MS, arthritis. SE-diabetes, weight gain, buffalo hump, immune suppression, osteoporosis, HTN, poor wound healing, Ocular SE-PSC, glaucoma, and decreased wound healing
fluticasone
inhibits phospholipase A2, allergic rhinitis. SE-diabetes, weight gain, buffalo hump, immune suppression, osteoporosis, HTN, poor wound healing, Ocular SE-PSC, glaucoma, and decreased wound healing
aspirin
irreversible cox 1 and 2 inhibitor. name some uses, se are gi and bleeding
indomethacin big 15
reversible cox 1 and 2 inhibitor. antipyresis, anti-inflammatory, analgesia. se-gi, mi, bleeding, whorl k and pigmentary maculopathy
ibuprofen
reversible cox 1 and 2 inhibitor. antipyresis, anti-inflammatory, analgesia. se-gi, mi, bleeding
naproxen
reversible cox 1 and 2 inhibitor. antipyresis, anti-inflammatory, analgesia. se-gi, mi, bleeding
Naproxen sodium
reversible cox 1 and 2 inhibitor. antipyresis, anti-inflammatory, analgesia. se-gi, mi, bleeding
piroxicam
reversible cox 1 and 2 inhibitor. antipyresis, anti-inflammatory, analgesia. se-gi, mi, bleeding
celecoxib
selective cox 2 inhibitor antipyresis, anti-inflammatory, analgesia. se-gi, mi, bleeding, SJS, conjunctivitis, blurry vision
pseudoephedrine
alpha and beta adrenergic agonist, limits nasal congestion, diplopia, blurred vision, IOP spikes
diphenhydramine
1st gen. antihistamine H1 blocker sedation, anticholinergic effects like mydriasis, dry eye and mouth, tachycardia
chlorompheniramine maleate
1st gen. antihistamine H1 blocker sedation, anticholinergic effects like mydriasis, dry eye and mouth, tachycardia
brompheniramine
1st gen. antihistamine H1 blocker sedation, anticholinergic effects like mydriasis, dry eye and mouth, tachycardia
promethazine
1st gen. antihistamine H1 blocker sedation, anticholinergic effects like mydriasis, dry eye and mouth, tachycardia, corneal epithelial keratopathy, lenticular changes, pig. retinopathy
loratidine
2nd gen. H1 blocker, BBB, less CNS effects.
fexofenadine
2nd gen. H1 blocker, BBB, less CNS effects.
cetirizine
2nd gen. H1 blocker, BBB, less CNS effects. OCULOGYRIC CRISIS
cimetidine
H2 blocker on parietal cell, lower HCl secretion, heals stomach, diarrhea
ranitidine
H2 blocker on parietal cell, lower HCl secretion, heals stomach, diarrhea
famotidine
H2 blocker on parietal cell, lower HCl secretion, heals stomach, diarrhea
omeprazole
H+/K+ -ATPase inhibitor
GERD
esomeprazole
H+/K+ -ATPase inhibitor
GERD
sucralfate
lines stomach for protection
PUD
interferes with oral meds
salmeterol
long acting B2 agonist, maintenance therapy for COPD and asthma, keratitis and conjunctivitis
albuterol
short acting B2 agonist, rescue for asthma and COPD, IOP, tachycardia
levalbuterol
short acting B2 agonist, rescue for asthma and COPD, IOP, tachycardia
terbutaline
short acting B2 agonist, rescue for asthma and COPD, IOP, tachycardia
ipratropium
muscarinic antagonist, inhibits bronchoconstriction, caution with narrow angle glaucoma
zafirlukast
leukotriene receptor antagonists, asthma, bronchoconstriction
montelukast
leukotriene receptor antagonists, asthma, bronchoconstriction, rhinitis
theophylline
inhibits phosphodiesterase, increase in cAMP, releases epinephrine for lungs, causes bronchodialtion, limited therapeutic index, stopped by BB (timolol)
acetylcysteine
breaks disulfide bonds in proteins of mucus, expectorant. ophthalmic topical for filamentary keratitis, des, or corneal burns
methotrexate
inhibits dihydrofolate reductase, which inhibits DNA synthesis. immunosuppressant and antiinflammatory for RA. SE are hepatoxicity, myelosuppression, increased opportunistic infections
cyclosporine
inhibits release and production of IL-2 which is responsible for T-lymphocyte activation. immunosuppressant. Can cause RPLS-HA, altered consciousness, seizures, and visual disturbances
azathioprine
purine analog that inserts into RNA and DNA and stops replication. treats RA, limited use due to secondary lymphoma
tamoxifen, big 15
competitive partial agonist inhibitor of estradiol at the breast. SE-4 C's, crystalline retinopathy, whorl keratopathy, uterine cancer and clotting
meperidine
agonist at opiate receptors, analgesic, addictive, SE-miosis
oxycodone
agonist at opiate receptors, analgesic, addictive, SE-miosis
sumatriptan (imitrex)
serotonin agonist, vasoconstriction in the brain, tx of migraine. NAION!!
chlorpromazine
a phenothiazine, DA receptor antagonist, anticholinergic effects-dry eye, mydriasis, and increased IOP. Pigmentation effects. anterior stellate cataract. OCULOGYRIC CRISIS!!
thioridazine
a phenothiazine, DA receptor antagonist, anticholinergic effects-dry eye, mydriasis, and increased IOP. Pigmentation effects. anterior stellate cataract. OCULOGYRIC CRISIS!!
amantadine
potentiates DA. tx of parkinson. adrenergic agonist effect can cause mydriasis and dry eye
bromocriptine
DA agonist for parkinson but more commonly for prolactin secreting pituitary adenomas. adrenergic agonist effect can cause mydriasis and dry eye
methylphenidate
increase DA release, for ADHD, narcolepsy and depression. adrenergic agonist effect can cause mydriasis and dry eye
dextroamphetamine
increase DA release, for ADHD, narcolepsy and depression. adrenergic agonist effect can cause mydriasis and dry eye
donepezil
CNS acetylcholinesterase inhibitor, tx of alzheimer. cataracts, blurred vision, and eye irritation. lowers IOP, discontinuation can yield a spike
fluoxetine
inhibits serotonin reuptake SSRI. Fewer SE than other classes of antidepressants. mydriasis
amitryptiline
TCA, inhibits NE and serotonin reuptake. Anticholinergic effects. TCA overdose is life threatening.
imipramine
TCA, inhibits NE and serotonin reuptake. Anticholinergic effects. TCA overdose is life threatening.
phenelzine
MAOI, MAO breaks down NE and serotonin. SE of glaucoma and nystagmus. Tons of drug interactions, and with wine, cheese and dried meats
diazepam
binds GABA receptors and causes hyperpoarization of neurons in the CNS by opening chloride channels. anxiolytic. SE-sedation, can be fatal when combined with alcohol. anticholinergic, nystagmus. narrow angle glaucoma is a contraindication
phenytoin
anti-convulsant, acts on neurotransmitters NE, Ach, and GABA. SE are nystagmus, diplopia, EOM palsies
phenobarbital
reduces glutamate(excitatory) transmissions through AMPA receptor blockade, used for seizures and sedation. Ach effects-sedation, respiratory depression, mydriasis, IOP increase, and cycloplegia
topiramate
multiple MOA for migraine. common se are blurred vision, diplopia and nystagmus. Uncommon Se are conjunctivitis, changes in lacrimation and myopia. Rarely, choroidal swelling may push the uvea forward and cause acute secondary angle closure (sulfa rxn)
insulin
activates tyrosine kinase and a phosphorylation cascade
metformin
decreases gluconeogenesis. usually first line oral because it does not cause hypoglycemia. SE-diarrhea and lactic acidosis
glipizide
sulfonylureas, secretagogue. increase secretion of insulin by beta cells, decrease glucagon release and increase sensitivity to insulin. SE hypoglycemia.
glyburide
sulfonylureas, secretagogue. increase secretion of insulin by beta cells, decrease glucagon release and increase sensitivity to insulin. SE hypoglycemia.
chlorpropamide
sulfonylureas, secretagogue. increase secretion of insulin by beta cells, decrease glucagon release and increase sensitivity to insulin. SE hypoglycemia.
pioglitazone
thiazolidinedione, activates PPAR-gamma, combats insulin resistance. SE are decreased VA caused by new or worsening macular edema
levothyroxine
synthetic T4. hyperthyroidism can cause pseudotumor cerebri in children
estrogens and progesterones
oral contraceptives, tx of hypogonadism, hypopituitarism, post menopausal symptoms, osteoporosis, dysmenorrhea and premenstrual symptoms. Progestins given to decrease the risk of endometrial cancer. venous blood clots. Adverse ocular SE-dry eyes(only one that is not rare), ON, pseudotumor cereri
sildenafil (viagra)
inhibit PDE-5 increasing blood flow to the penis by prolonging cGMP effects. cyanopsia, photosensitivity, NAION!!
vardenifil
inhibit PDE-5 increasing blood flow to the penis by prolonging cGMP effects. cyanopsia, photosensitivity, NAION!!
prazosin
alpha-1 blocker, relaxes smooth muscle in the bladder to tx BPH. Floppy iris syndrome
terazosin
alpha-1 blocker, relaxes smooth muscle in the bladder to tx BPH. Floppy iris syndrome
tamsulosin
alpha-1 blocker, relaxes smooth muscle in the bladder to tx BPH. Floppy iris syndrome
lisinopril
ACE inhibitor, prevent formation of angiotensin II. antihypertension, decreased blood volume and vasodilation. SE cough
benazepril
ACE inhibitor, prevent formation of angiotensin II. antihypertension, decreased blood volume and vasodilation. SE cough
enalapril
ACE inhibitor, prevent formation of angiotensin II. antihypertension, decreased blood volume and vasodilation. SE cough
captopril
ACE inhibitor, prevent formation of angiotensin II. antihypertension, decreased blood volume and vasodilation. SE cough
losartan
inhibits angiotensin II. antihypertension, decreased blood volume and vasodilation. NO cough SE
propanolol
systemic BB, non-selective, also block release of renin from the kidneys. BB SE-disorientation, depression, fatigue, braycardia, arrhythmias, syncope, dyspnea, wheezing, bronchospasm, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, erectile dysfunction
labetolol
systemic BB, non-selective, also block release of renin from the kidneys. BB SE-disorientation, depression, fatigue, braycardia, arrhythmias, syncope, dyspnea, wheezing, bronchospasm, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, erectile dysfunction
metoprolol
systemic BB, B1 selective, also block release of renin from the kidneys. BB SE-disorientation, depression, fatigue, braycardia, arrhythmias, syncope, dyspnea, wheezing, bronchospasm, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, erectile dysfunction
atenolol
systemic BB, B1 selective, also block release of renin from the kidneys. BB SE-disorientation, depression, fatigue, braycardia, arrhythmias, syncope, dyspnea, wheezing, bronchospasm, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, erectile dysfunction
nifedipine
calcium channel blocker, decreases intracellular free calcium, decrease peripheral vascular resistance, less direct heart effects than other 2 CCBs for hypertension
verapamil
calcium channel blocker, decreases intracellular free calcium, decrease peripheral vascular resistance, treats HBP
dilitiazem
calcium channel blocker, decreases intracellular free calcium, decrease peripheral vascular resistance, to treat HBP
furosemide
loop diuretic inhibits Na 2Cl- K+ co-transport, decrease BV to tx htn. depletes potassium
hydrochlorothiazide
thiazide, acts on dct inhibits NaCl reabsorption and decreases Ca2+ excretion, decrease BV to tx htn. depletes potassium. Ocular SE-acute transient myopia, acute angle closure, both due to choroidal swelling (same as topirimate which is an anti epileptic)
chlorothiazide
thiazide, acts on dct inhibits NaCl reabsorption and decreases Ca2+ excretion, decrease BV to tx htn. depletes potassium. Ocular SE-acute transient myopia, acute angle closure, both due to choroidal swelling (same as topirimate which is an anti epileptic)
spironolactone
K sparing diuretic, blocks aldosterone at late dct and collecting duct. Can yield hyperkalemia.
triamterene
K sparing diuretic, blocks epithelial sodium channels in the late dct and the collecting duct. does not have the anti-androgen effects of spironolactone
mannitol
osmotic diuretic, decreases bv, increases plasma osmolarity, draws water out of the eye in acute angle closure attack, works on entire nephron. IV mannitol to lower IOP is CI in patients with pulmonary edema, dehydration, and CHF
clonidine
bp tx., cns alpha2 agonist. sympathetic outflow decreases and para tone increases. decreases vascular resistance and increases heart rate. SE dry mouth, sedation, impotence and sever rebound hypertension
hydralazine
increases cGMP results in smooth muscle relaxation in arteries to decrease bp. SE-compensatory tachycardia, fluid retention, lupus-like syndrome, cojunctivitis, lacrimation.
digoxin
CHF tx, inhibits Na+/K+ ATPase enzyme, leads to increased intracellular Ca2+. OCULAR SE-RETROBULBAR ON, B/Y DEFECTS, ENTOPIC PHENOMENA (snowy vision, dimming, flickering)
amiodarone
blocks K+ channels, used for supraventricular and ventricular tachyarrhythmias. OCULAR SE-NAION, WHORL K, ANTERIOR SUBCAPSULAR LENS DEPOSITS. can also cause fatal pulmonary or hepatic toxicity, and can cause thyroid dysfunction.
warfarin
vit K antagonist, anticoagulant. used for blood clots, mechanical heart valves, or a-fib. stop before surgery
clopidogrel
inhibits the ADP receptor on platelet cell membranes, used after a heart attack or stroke to prevent further atherosclerotic events. SE-bleeding, GI, rash. Irreversible like asa.
dipyridamole
inhibits adenosine deaminase and phosphodiesterase causing accumulation of cAMP and adenosine which inhibit platelet aggregation. SE-bleeding
lovastatin
inhibits HMG CoA reductase which makes cholesterol. Lowers LDL and triglyceride concentrations and increase HDL.
simvastatin
inhibits HMG CoA reductase which makes cholesterol. Lowers LDL and triglyceride concentrations and increase HDL.
atorvastatin
inhibits HMG CoA reductase which makes cholesterol. Lowers LDL and triglyceride concentrations and increase HDL.
gemfibrozil
fibric acid, binds PPAR-alpha and helps break down VLDL
cholestyramine
binds to bile acids and prevents their reabsorption, stops fat absorption to lower cholesterol.
isotretinoin (accutane)
reduces oil production and size of sebaceous glands for sever acne. OCULAR SE-BLEPHAROCONJUNCTIVITIS, DRY EYES, PSEUDOTUMOR CEREBRI, SPK, LID EDEMA, COLOR VISION LOSS, NYCTALOPIA, CATARACTS. teratogenic, CI in pregnancy.
metronidazole
for acne rosacea, disrupts DNA and inhibits mucleic acid synthesis and has anti-imflammatory properties
alcohol
thiamine deficiency can lead to wernicke's encephalopathy-ophthalmoplegia, confusion, ataxia. Untreated yields korsakoff
pilocarpine
direct cholinergic agonist, pulls on longitudinal muscle and opens tm for increased outflow. 1% for CNIII palsy from tear. 0.125% will cause a response in Adie's(only one greater in the dark), SE are HA and myopic shifts
neostigmine
anticholinesterase inhibitor, indirect acting cholinergic agonist, treat MG
edrophonium
anticholinesterase inhibitor, indirect acting cholinergic agonist, dx MG
echothiophate
anticholinesterase inhibitor, indirect acting cholinergic agonist, can be used for dx/tx of accomodative esotropia. rarely for glaucoma
pyridostigmine
anticholinesterase inhibitor, indirect acting cholinergic agonist, tx MG
atropine
cholinergic antagonist, amblyopia, careful with Down's
scopolamine
cholinergic antagonist, careful with CNS toxicity
homatropine
cholinergic antagonist, anterior uveitis
cyclopentolate
cholinergic antagonist cycloplegic refraction
tropicamide
cholinergic antagonist, fewest SE, shortest duration, stronger mydriatic than cycloplegic
phenylephrine
adrenergic agonist alpha 1, dilation without cycloplegia, palpebral widening, redness clears=epi, does not clear=scleritis, may help diagnose Horner, 10% used to break Posterior Synechiae but can cause hypertensive crisis
naphazoline
adrenergic agonist, topical ocular decongestants, greater alpha effects so can depress the CNS
tetrahydrozoline
adrenergic agonist, topical ocular decongestants, greater alpha effects so can depress the CNS
brimonidine
alpha adrenergic agonist, both MOA, 30x more selective for alpha 2 than apraclonidine, neuroprotective. SE-follicular conjunctivitis. tid. causes miosis, dry mouth, ci with MAOI.
apraclonidine
best acute aaa for IOP drop, both MOA, not effective for chronic due to allergy and reduced effectiveness
Horner
greater in the dark, cocaine dilates in normals, does not dilate a horner, apraclonidine has no effect on normals, but dilates a miotic pupil in Horner. Hydroxyamphetamine causes mydriasis if lesion is preganglionic, if postganglionic no dilation will occur. phenylephrine 1% can dilate with postganglionic damage.
timolol
bb, nonselective, .25 to .5% is best. dose in morning to lower IOP, may not be effective long term. careful with diabetic and hyperthyroid masking, can exacerbate mg
carteolol
bb, nonselective, better for the heart but not as effective as timolol, can lower cholesterol by 3-4 points but about 70 is needed to make a difference
betaxolol
B1 specific bb, b2 is in the eye so not as effective as timolol, neuroprotective, can worsen congestive heart failure
levobunolol
nonselective bb, similar to timolol
metipranolol
non-selective bb not used anymore because it was not as effective as timolol
brinzolamide
CAI, sulfa based, stop bicarb from forming, lower IOP, topical so no effect on bone marrow
dorzolamide
CAI, sulfa based, stop bicarb from forming, lower IOP, topical so no effect on bone marrow
acetazolamide
CAI, sulfa based, stop bicarb from forming, best pill at lowering IOP, terrible for bone marrow
methzolamide
CAI, sulfa based, stop bicarb from forming, good pill at lowering IOP, terrible for bone marrow
latanoprost
PG analog(best class of topicals for lowering IOP), act on PGF2 receptors in ciliary muscle increasing uveoscleral outflow. CI are CME or active inflammation. SE are iris heterochromia, skin darkening and lash lengthening
bimatoprost
PG analog(best class of topicals for lowering IOP), act on PGF2 receptors in ciliary muscle increasing uveoscleral outflow. CI are CME or active inflammation. SE are iris heterochromia, skin darkening and lash lengthening
travoprost
PG analog(best class of topicals for lowering IOP), act on PGF2 receptors in ciliary muscle increasing uveoscleral outflow. CI are CME or active inflammation. SE are iris heterochromia, skin darkening and lash lengthening
proparacaine
10-20 sec onset, 10-20 min duration. stop influx of Na ions into the nerve cytoplasm to block pain signals, is ester based
benoxinate
part of fluress10-20 sec onset, 10-20 min duration. stop influx of Na ions into the nerve cytoplasm to block pain signals, is ester based
emedastine
topical ophthalmic H1 antihistamine blocks histamine receptor, type I hypersensitivity, IgE on first exposure with no sx., between exposure IgE binds to mast cells and basophils, on 2nd exposure antigen causes the IgE/mast cell complex to open calcium channels leading to degranulation of mast cells releasing histamine
cromolyn sodium
prevents Ca influx into mast cells stablizing them, used for chronic allergic conjunctivitis, vernal conjunctivitis, or atopic keratoconjunctivitis, take a while to be effective
lodoxamide
prevents Ca influx into mast cells stablizing them, used for chronic allergic conjunctivitis, vernal conjunctivitis, or atopic keratoconjunctivitis, take a while to be effective
pemirolast
prevents Ca influx into mast cells stablizing them, used for chronic allergic conjunctivitis, vernal conjunctivitis, or atopic keratoconjunctivitis, take a while to be effective
nedocromil
prevents Ca influx into mast cells stablizing them, used for chronic allergic conjunctivitis, vernal conjunctivitis, or atopic keratoconjunctivitis, take a while to be effective
bepotastine
mast cell stablizing/antihistamine combo, short and long term effectiveness for ocular itching and allergic conjunctivitis.
epinastine
mast cell stablizing/antihistamine combo, short and long term effectiveness for ocular itching and allergic conjunctivitis.
ketotifen
mast cell stablizing/antihistamine combo, short and long term effectiveness for ocular itching and allergic conjunctivitis.
olopatidine
mast cell stablizing/antihistamine combo, short and long term effectiveness for ocular itching and allergic conjunctivitis.
azelastine
mast cell stablizing/antihistamine combo, short and long term effectiveness for ocular itching and allergic conjunctivitis.
prednisolone acetate
potent corticosteroid, inhibits phospholipase A2, anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant. SE-increased risk of 2ndary infection, psc, and increased IOP
rimexolone
potent corticosteroid, inhibits phospholipase A2, anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant. SE-increased risk of 2ndary infection, psc, and increased IOP
diflurprednate
potent corticosteroid, inhibits phospholipase A2, anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant. SE-increased risk of 2ndary infection, psc, and increased IOP
dexamethasone
potent corticosteroid, inhibits phospholipase A2, anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant. SE-increased risk of 2ndary infection, psc, and increased IOP
fluorometholone
soft corticosteroid, inhibits phospholipase A2, anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant. SE-increased risk of 2ndary infection, psc, and increased IOP
lotoprednol
soft corticosteroid, inhibits phospholipase A2, anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant. SE-increased risk of 2ndary infection, psc, and increased IOP
diclofenac sodium
ophthalmic drop, block cox I and II, decreases inflammation, used after surgery to decrease inflammation particularly at the macula, RCE, corneal abrasions, and allergic conjunctivitis. SE are stinging and rarely corneal toxicity.
ketorolac tromethamine
ophthalmic drop, block cox I and II, decreases inflammation, used after surgery to decrease inflammation particularly at the macula, RCE, corneal abrasions, and allergic conjunctivitis. SE are stinging and rarely corneal toxicity.
nepafenac
ophthalmic drop, block cox I and II, decreases inflammation, used after surgery to decrease inflammation particularly at the macula, RCE, corneal abrasions, and allergic conjunctivitis. SE are stinging and rarely corneal toxicity.
bromfenac
ophthalmic drop, block cox I and II, decreases inflammation, used after surgery to decrease inflammation particularly at the macula, RCE, corneal abrasions, and allergic conjunctivitis. SE are stinging and rarely corneal toxicity.
flurbiprofen
ophthalmic drop, block cox I and II, decreases inflammation, used after surgery to decrease inflammation particularly at the macula, RCE, corneal abrasions, and allergic conjunctivitis. SE are stinging and rarely corneal toxicity.
fluorescein
water soluble allows evaluation of tear film quality and epithelial defects, stains base of hsv dendrite
rose bengal
stains the borders of dead cells, stains the border of hsv dendrite
lissamine green
same as rose bengal but stings less
methylene blue
similar to RB but also stains corneal nerves
pegaptanib
inhibits VEGF, intravitreal injection
ranibizumab
antibody that targets VEGF, intravitreal injection
glycerine
drink that makes blood hypertonic to lower IOP in acute angle closure attack, use isosorbide instead in a diabetic
sodium chloride (Muro 128)
hypertonic solution to reduce corneal edema