Description
Written by global experts in the field of chemical- and drug-related ocular problems, Drug-Induced Ocular Side Effects, 8th Edition, provides need-to-know information on all aspects of ocular toxicology in one concise reference. This best-selling, user-friendly resource features a templated format, numerous full-color illustrations, and sweeping content updates throughout – all designed to eliminate uncertainty and ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment guidance.- Provides comprehensive coverage of drugs' generic and trade names, primary uses, ocular and systemic side effects, and clinical significance.- Features a unique side effect index, a new concise paperback format for portability, and clinical photos of ocular symptoms of adverse drug reactions.- Covers dozens of new drugs used in the U.S. and internationally, as well as extensive updates to drug registry information to ensure access to the latest data.- Includes expanded sections on how to follow patients with visual adverse drug reactions to chloroquine, hydroxychloroquine, isotretinoin, ethambutol, and more. Guidelines can be copied to use as patient handouts.- Offers extensive discussions of principles of therapy, ocular drug delivery, methods to evaluate drug-induced visual side effects, and the role of electrophysiology and psychophysics.- Provides the WHO classification system to help you determine whether a particular side effect is certain, probable, or likely to occur.- Ideal for ophthalmologists, optometrists, and busy clinicians in primary care, emergency medicine, and more – anyone who needs quick, on-the-spot consultation on ocular toxicology.- Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.
Table of Contents
PrefaceDedicationInstructions to UsersChapter 1: Anti-InfectivesChapter 2: Agents Affecting the CNSChapter 3: Analgesics, Narcotic Antagonists and Agents Used to Treat ArthritisChapter 4: Agents Used in AnesthesiaChapter 5: Gastrointestinal AgentsChapter 6: Cardiac, Vascular, and Renal AgentsChapter 7: Hormones and Agents Affecting Hormonal MechanismsChapter 8: Agents Affecting Blood Formation and CoagulabilityChapter 9: Homeostatic and Nutrient AgentsChapter 10: Agents Used to Treat Allergic and Neuromuscular DisordersChapter 11: Oncolytic AgentsChapter 12: Heavy Metal Antagonists and Miscellaneous AgentsChapter 13: Agents Used in the Management of Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immunodeficiency SyndromeChapter 14: Drugs Used in OphthalmologyChapter 15: Herbal Medicine and Dietary SupplementsChapter 16: National Registry of Drug-Induced Ocular Side EffectsChapter 17: Ocular Drug Delivery
