Drugs and the Eye
Butterworth-Heinemann (Publisher)
3rd Edition
Published in June 1992
Book
Paperback/Softback
132 pages
978-0-7506-1041-4 (ISBN)
Description
The book discusses all aspects of drug action in the eye which are of relevance to the optometrist. Contained is a concise discussion of relevant ocular anatomy and physiology so that the actions and uses of drugs can be put in context. The major group of drugs used by optometrists are covered in detail and each section includes discussion of practical aspects of the sale and supply of drugs commonly used in the eye.
The book discusses all aspects of drug action in the eye which are of relevance to the optometrist. Contained is a concise discussion of relevant ocular anatomy and physiology so that the actions and uses of drugs can be put in context. The major group of drugs used by optometrists are covered in detail and each section includes discussion of practical aspects of the sale and supply of drugs commonly used in the eye.
The book discusses all aspects of drug action in the eye which are of relevance to the optometrist. Contained is a concise discussion of relevant ocular anatomy and physiology so that the actions and uses of drugs can be put in context. The major group of drugs used by optometrists are covered in detail and each section includes discussion of practical aspects of the sale and supply of drugs commonly used in the eye.
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Edition
3rd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Elsevier Health Sciences
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Edition type
Revised edition
Product notice
Paperback (UK-trade)
Illustrations
index, appendix, further reading
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 135 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-7506-1041-4 (9780750610414)
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Previous edition
Janet Vale | Barry Cox
Drugs and the Eye
Book
03/1985
2nd Edition
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Content
Anatomy and physiology; factors affecting drug absorption; cycloplegics; mydriatics; miotics; local anaesthetics; staining agents; antimicrobial agents; solutions used in contact lens work; decongestants, antihistamines and anti-inflammatory compounds; ocular effects of drugs used systemically; first-aid and emergency measures used by the ophthalmic optician; formulation of eye preparations; legal aspects of sale and supply of drugs.