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AD; AS; AU

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AD= right ear
AS= left ear
AU- each ear

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OD, OS, OU

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OD= right eye
OS= left eye
OU= each eye
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1 drop=

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0.05 mL

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ointments

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apply to the conjunctival sac or over lid margins (for blepharitis). Ointments can make vision blurry. Do not use with contact lenses

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gels

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with caps on, invert and shake once to get the medication into the tip before instilling into the eye

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glaucoma is…

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a disease of the eye that results in damage to the optic nerve and loss of the visual field

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In most cases of glaucoma, the intraocular pressure (IOP) is…

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above the normal range of 12-22 mmHg

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IP can be increased from…

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genetics, age, and medications

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Two main forms of glaucoma include…

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1) open-angle (most common)

2) closed-angle (sharp, sudden increase in IOP due to a blockage. medical emergency that is treated surgically)

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Prostaglandin (PG) analogs are used commonly as initial tx for glaucoma.

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Decrease IOP by ~30%. MOA: increase aqueous humor outflow (move fluid out)

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Ophthalmic beta-blockers (e.g. timolol)…

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decrease IOP by 22%. Preferred if pressure is high in one eye only. MOA: reduce aqueous humor production (make less fluid).

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Drugs that can increase IOP include:

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  • anticholinergics (e.g. oxybutynin, tolterodine, benztropine, trihexyphenidyl, TCAs)
  • cough, cold and motion sickness meds (e.g antihistamines, scopolamine)
  • chronic steroids, especially eye drops such as prednisolone (Pred Forte)
  • topiramate (Topamax)
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Prostaglandin analog dosing

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1 drop QHS

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Prostaglandin analog: warnings & side effects

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Warnings- ocular effects: darkening of the iris, eyelid skin, and eyelashes; eyelash length and # can increase; contamination of multiple-dose ophthalmic solution can cause bacterial keratitis.
Side effects- Blurred vision, stinging, increased pigmentation of the iris/eyelashes, eyelash growth/thickening, foreign body sensation

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Which prostaglandin analogs do not contain BAK (have a different preservative)?

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  • travoprost (Travatan Z)

- latanoprost (Xelpros).

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  • tafluprost (Zioptan)
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Comes as 10 single-use, preservative-free containers in a foil pouch; discard each container after use.

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Which prostaglandin analogs should be kept in the fridge before opening?

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  • latanoprost (Xalatan, Xelpros)
  • latanoprostene bunod (Vyzulta)
  • tafluprost (Zioptan)
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bimatoprost

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Lumigan

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latanoprost

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Xalatan, Xepros

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latanoprost + netarsudil

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Rocklatan

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travoprost

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Travatan Z

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bimatoprost (Latisse)

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Indicated for eyelash hypotrichosis (inadequate growth of eyelashes) to increase growth; do not use with prostaglandin analogs indicated for glaucoma

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timolol 0.25% and 0.5% (Timoptic, Timoptic-XE, Istalol, Timolol GFS, Betimol, Timoptic Ocudose)

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Timolol: 1 drop daily or BID
Timoptic-XE, Timolol GFS (gels): daily. Counsel to shake once before use; wait 10 min after giving other eye drops before inserting gel

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timolol + dorzolamide

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Cosopt, Cosopt PF (preservative-free)

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timolol + brimonidine
Combigan
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betaxolol (only selective BB). Less likely to cause pulmonary adverse effects in patients with chronic lung disease (ex. asthma/COPD)
Betoptic S
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carteolol
Ocupress
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levobunolol
Betagan
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BB contraindications & side effects
CIs: Sinus bradycardia, heart block > 1st degree (except in patients with a pacemaker); cardiogenic shock; uncompensated cardiac failure; bronchospastic disease S/Es: burning, stinging, bradycardia/fatigue, bronchospasm with non-selective agents, itching of the eyes or eyelids, changes in vision, increased light sensitivity
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cholinergics (miotics): carbachol and pilocarpine
MOA: increase aqueous humor outflow S/Es: poor vision at night (due to pupil constriction), corneal clouding, burning (transient), hypotension, bronchospasm, abdominal cramps/GI distress *Use with caution in patients with a history of retinal detachment or corneal abrasion
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carbachol (Miostat)
1-2 drops up to TID
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pilocarpine (Isopto Carpine)
Solution: 1-2 drops up to 4 times/day
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carbonic anhydrase inhibitors (end in -zolamide)
MOA: reduce aqueous humor production Warnings: Sulfonamide allergy (caution due to the risk of systemic exposure and dross reactivity (especially with oral formulations)
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dorzolamide (Trusopt)
1 drop TID
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dorzolamide + timolol (Cospot, Cosopt PF)
Cosopt: 1 drop BID
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brinzolamide (Azopt) + brimonidine (Simbrinza)
Azopt: 1 drop TID
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acetazolamide (oral). Used infrequently for glaucoma; it is used for the prevention and tx of acute mount (altitude) sickness
S/Es: CNS effects (ataxia, confusion), photosensitivity/skin rash (including the risk of SJS/TEN), anorexia, nausea, risk of hematological toxicities 250 mg PO 1-4 times per day, or 500 mg ER PO BID
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adrenergic alpha-2 agonists
increase aqueous humor outflow, reduce humor production
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adrenergic alpha-2 agonists (-dine)
MOA: increase aqueous humor outflow, reduce humor production Warnings: CNA depression: caution with heavy machinery, driving S/Es: sedation, dry mouth, dry nose
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brimonidine (Alphagan P)
Dosed TID
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brimonidine + timolol
Combigan
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brimonidine + brinzolamide
Simbrinza
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apraclonidine (lopidine)
dosed TID
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brimonidine (Lumify) is OTC and is...
indicated for ocular redness
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rho kinase inhibitors
MOA: increase aqueous humor outflow Counsel: contains the BAK; remove contact lenses before use. Store in the fridge before opening; once opened, store at room temperature for ≤ 6 weeks
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netarsudil (Rhopressa)
Dose: 1 drop daily in the evening | S/Es: burning/eye pain, corneal disease, conjunctival hemorrhage and conjunctival hyperemia (excess blood vessels)
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netarsudil + latanoprost (Rocklatan)
Dose: 1 drop daily in the evening | S/Es: burning/eye pain, corneal disease, conjunctival hemorrhage and conjunctival hyperemia (excess blood vessels)
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Conjunctivitis, aka "pink eye", occurs in...
one or both eyes. Can be due to a virus, bacteria, or allergen. Most commonly caused by adenovirus (no tx; infection resolves over several days to 2-3 weeks)
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Allergic conjunctivitis can be caused by...
pollen, dust mites, animal dander, molds
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Mast cell stabilizers include:
- alcaftadine (Lastacaft) - cromolyn - lodoxamide (Alomide) - nedocromil (Alocril)
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Antihistamines include:
- azelastine - olopatadine (Patanol, Pataday, Pazeo) - cetirizine (Zerviate) - epinastine (Elestat)
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Antihistamine/mast cell stabilizer
- ketotifen (Alaway, Zaditor), OTC
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Blepharitis most commonly involves...
the part of the eyelid where the eyelashes come out of the skin. The primary s/s are inflamed, irritated, and itchy eyelids. The preferred tx includes the application of a warm compress over the eye for a few minutes to loosen the crust, then use of a warm moist washcloth to wipe away the debris.
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Eye inflammation can be reduced with a...
cold compress and either an NSAID eye drop (if mild) or a steroid eye drop (if severe). Artificial tears can help with a "gritty" feeling and alleviate dryness
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Steroidal eye drops include:
- Prednisolone (Pred Fort, Pred Mild, Omnipred) - Dexamethasone (Maxidex, Ozurdex) - Flurometholone (Flarex, FML Forte, FML Liquifilm suspension, ointment) - Loteprednol (Alrex, Lotemax suspension, ointment, gel)
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NSAID eye drops:
- ketorolac (Acular, Acular LS, Acuvail) - nepafenac (Ilevro, Nevanac) - bromfenac - diclofenac - flurbiprofen
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artificial tears (for eye dryness)
- Refresh (OTC) - Systane (OTC) - Liquifilm teams (OTC) - others
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chronic dry eye syndrome (keratoconjunctivitis sicca)
- cyclosporine emulsion eye drops (Restasis) | - lifitegrast (Xiidra)
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for eye redness and/or allergic conjunctivitis
- naphazoline (Clear Eye Redness Relief), OTC - naphazoline/pheniramine (Naphcon A, Visine A), OTC - tetrahydrozoline (Visine), OTC - brimonidine (Lumify), OTC
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drugs causing retinal changes/retinopathy
- chloroquine | - hydroxychloroquine
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drugs causing optic neuropathy
- amiodarone (plus corneal deposits) - ethambutol - linezolid
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drugs causing floppy iris syndrome; causes difficulty in cataract surgery
- alpha-blockers (eg. doxazosin)
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drugs causing color discrimination issues
- digoxin (with toxicity)- yellow/green vision - PDE-5 inhibitors (eg. sildenafil)- greenish tinge around objects - voriconazole- color vision changes (counsel not to drive at night)
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drugs causing vision loss/abnormal vision
- digoxin (with toxicity)- blurriness, halos - PDE-5 inhibitors- vision loss in one or both eyes (can be permanent) - isotretinoin- decreased night vision which can be permanent, dry eyes irritation - vigabatrin- permanent vision loss (high risk) - voriconazole- abnormal vision, photophobia
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Antibiotic eye drops can be used for outer ear infections. During tx, patients should stay out of the water, avoid flying due to pressure changes and avoid the use of headphones and earplugs. These drops include:
- ciprofloxacin and dexamethasone (Ciprodex) - ciprofloxacin and hydrocortisone (Cipro HC) - neomycin, colistin, hydrocortisone and thonzonium (Coly-Mycin S)
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Ear wax removal med can be bought OTC:
carbamide peroxide (Debrox), triehtanolamine. Can be used every 4-8 weeks as a preventive measure. Instill 5-10 drops BID for up to 4 days.
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Eye drops counseling:
- can cause stinging/burning (except for preservative-free) - Wait 5 minutes in between 2 drops of the same medication. - Wait 5-10 minutes in between drops of 2 different medications. - Apply gels last. Wait 10 minutes after the last eye drop before use. - Remove contact lenses before using drops. Wait 15 minutes to reinsert.
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Prostaglandin analog counseling
- Darkening of the iris and an increase in eyelash grown can occur. - Do not use with bimatoprost (Latisse). Latisse can reduce the effectiveness of other prostaglandins.

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