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Drug-Induced Ocular Side Effects
Clinical Ocular Toxicology

Unique, in-depth coverage of this complex area of eye care

Frederick T. Fraunfelder (Author), Frederick W. Fraunfelder (Author)

9780323653756, Elsevier Health Sciences

Paperback / softback, published 10 August 2020

600 pages, Approx. 100 illustrations (100 in full color)
23.5 x 19 x 3.7 cm, 1.18 kg

"With the always advancing science of pharmacology and toxicology, this updated edition is a welcome addition to any ophthalmic library. It is well written and easy to find information quickly. The addition of an online version is a bonus that provides the ability to have the information in any exam room with just a few keystrokes."

©Doody’s Review Service, 2022, Scott Ensor, OD (Southern College of Optometry)

Doody's Score: 4 Stars!

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.

Preface

Dedication

Instructions to Users

Chapter 1: Anti-Infectives

Chapter 2: Agents Affecting the CNS

Chapter 3: Analgesics, Narcotic Antagonists and Agents Used to Treat Arthritis

Chapter 4: Agents Used in Anesthesia

Chapter 5: Gastrointestinal Agents

Chapter 6: Cardiac, Vascular, and Renal Agents

Chapter 7: Hormones and Agents Affecting Hormonal Mechanisms

Chapter 8: Agents Affecting Blood Formation and Coagulability

Chapter 9: Homeostatic and Nutrient Agents

Chapter 10: Agents Used to Treat Allergic and Neuromuscular Disorders

Chapter 11: Oncolytic Agents

Chapter 12: Heavy Metal Antagonists and Miscellaneous Agents

Chapter 13: Agents Used in the Management of Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome

Chapter 14: Drugs Used in Ophthalmology

Chapter 15: Herbal Medicine and Dietary Supplements

Chapter 16: National Registry of Drug-Induced Ocular Side Effects

Chapter 17: Ocular Drug Delivery

Subject Areas: Ophthalmology [MJQ]
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