By Graham Hopkins, BPharm, PhD, MRPharm and Richard M. Pearson, MPhil, FBOA(HD), FCOptom, DipCLP, DipOrth, FAAO
Completely updated and revised, this classic book provides the essential information on ocular therapeutics for the modern optometrist. Retaining all the features that made previous editions so popular, the new fifth edition continues to provide a b
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Completely updated and revised, this classic book provides the essential information on ocular therapeutics for the modern optometrist. Retaining all the features that made previous editions so popular, the new fifth edition continues to provide a basic grounding in pharmacological principles and drug types, before moving on to illustrate the scope of ocular therapeutics in the management of common acute conditions affecting the anterior segment of the eye. Throughout the text there are numerous new clinical notes and ready-reference tables, making for greater ease of use than ever before.
Completely updated and revised, this classic book provides the essential information on ocular therapeutics for the modern optometrist. Retaining all the features that made previous editions so popular, the new fifth edition continues to provide a basic grounding in pharmacological principles and drug types, before moving on to illustrate the scope of ocular therapeutics in the management of common acute conditions affecting the anterior segment of the eye. Throughout the text there are numerous new clinical notes and ready-reference tables, making for greater ease of use than ever before.
New to this edition
Greatly expanded text including an illustrated section on ocular disease and its treatment
New drugs included, processes and procedures updated and revised
Now all completely redesigned in full colour throughout
Features ready-reference tables and clinical notes
Completely updated and revised to reflect modern practice
Clinically orientated and appropriate for the practitioner as well as the student
Written by experts with years of practical experience in teaching and training as well as dispensing these essential preparations
Includes a new chapter describing therapeutic uses of drugs illustrated with 18 colour plates.
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By Graham Hopkins, BPharm, PhD, MRPharm, Pharmacist, Cheltenham, UK and Richard M. Pearson, MPhil, FBOA(HD), FCOptom, DipCLP, DipOrth, FAAO, Optometrist, Tonbridge, UK
By Graham Hopkins, BPharm, PhD, MRPharm, Pharmacist, Cheltenham, UK and Richard M. Pearson, MPhil, FBOA(HD), FCOptom, DipCLP, DipOrth, FAAO, Optometrist, Tonbridge, UK
I General Principles1 General pharmacological principles2 Ocular autonomic innervation3 Basic microbiology4 Ophthalmic dosage forms5 Factors affecting the choice of diagnostic drugsII Diagnostic Drugs and Products used in Optometry6 Cycloplegics7 Mydriatics8 Miotics9 Local anaesthetics10 Stains11 Contact lens solutionsIII Therapeutic Drugs and their Uses12 Drugs for the treatment of infections13 Anti-inflammatory agents14 Drugs for the treatment of glaucoma15 Artificial tears and ocular lubricants16 Indications and contra-indications for ophthalmic drugs17 Ocular first aidIV Adverse Effects18 Drug interactions19 Adverse ocular reactions to systemic drug treatment Appendix UK Law
“The 5th edition satisfies these needs admirable and both authors and publishers are to be congratulated on producing a book that is fir for purpose and relatively inexpensive….Is a classic text which provides a basic grounding in the topic, is eminently suitable for both the undergraduate optometry student and busy practitioner and is a valuable starting point for those practitioners who seek to attain competencies in ocular therapeutics….The 5th edition is indeed a classic text.Bernard Gilmartin, Aston University, Birmingham. Opticianonline.net
https://www.asia.elsevierhealth.com/e-book-ophthalmic-drugs-9780702034978.html318558E-Book Ophthalmic Drugshttps://www.asia.elsevierhealth.com/media/catalog/product/https://www.asia.elsevierhealth.com/media/catalog/product/placeholder/default/generic_item_image_123x160_1_1.png78.2986.99USDInStock/Medicine/Ophthalmology/Health Professions/Optometry/Nursing & Midwifery/Specialist Nursing/eBooks5054557505455950545725054665Completely updated and revised, this classic book provides the essential information on ocular therapeutics for the modern optometrist. Retaining all the features that made previous editions so popular, the new fifth edition continues to provide a basic grounding in pharmacological principles and drug types, before moving on to illustrate the scope of ocular therapeutics in the management of common acute conditions affecting the anterior segment of the eye. Throughout the text there are numerous new clinical notes and ready-reference tables, making for greater ease of use than ever before. Completely updated and revised, this classic book provides the essential information on ocular therapeutics for the modern optometrist. Retaining all the features that made previous editions so popular, the new fifth edition continues to provide a basic grounding in pharmacological principles and drug types, before moving on to illustrate the scope of ocular therapeutics in the management of common acute conditions affecting the anterior segment of the eye. Throughout the text there are numerous new clinical notes and ready-reference tables, making for greater ease of use than ever before.00add-to-cart97807020349782011 and earlierProfessionalBy Graham Hopkins, BPharm, PhD, MRPharm and Richard M. Pearson, MPhil, FBOA(HD), FCOptom, DipCLP, DipOrth, FAAO20075E-BookButterworth-Heinemann0Oct 12, 2006IN STOCKBy <STRONG>Graham Hopkins</STRONG>, BPharm, PhD, MRPharm, Pharmacist, Cheltenham, UK and <STRONG>Richard M. Pearson</STRONG>, MPhil, FBOA(HD), FCOptom, DipCLP, DipOrth, FAAO, Optometrist, Tonbridge, UKeBooksE-BookUnited KingdomYesYesNoNoPlease SelectPlease SelectPlease Select
