Med classes Ocular- Quiz 1 Flashcards

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Aminoglycosides (EYE ABX)

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  • If you can, you should something be”SIDES” this abx because its harsh
    -Tobramycin and Gentamycin
    -Effective against Gram - AND +
    -ADE: Ocular tox +hypersnesitivty
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Fluoroquinolones (EYE ABX)
ADE
Effective against

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-This standa”LONE” abx class can make your tendon rupture
-Ex. Ciprofloxacin, Ofloxacin, Moxifloxacin, Levofloxacin
-Effective against Gram - AND +
-ADE: Crystal precipitate in eyes/ crusting/ foreign body feel/corneal stain
-Do NOT give with theophylline (INR)

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Macrolides (EYE ABX)

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-Ex. Erythromycin, Azithromycin
-Effective against Gram +
-EES Given within 1 hour of birth (doesn’t prevent chlamydia but DOES prevent opthalmia neonatorum/ gonorrhea)

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Sulfonamides (EYE ABX)
Effective against

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-Ex. Sulfacetamide
-Effective against Gram - AND +
-NOT compatible with zinc + silver (forms precipitate)
-Antagonized by the “caines”

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Polypeptides ABX
(USUALLY COMBO EYE ABX)

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-Ex. Polymyxin B, Bacitracin
-Often combined with other abx (ex polysporin, polytrim)
-Effective against Gram -

-NOTE* Straight polypeptide abx are only gram -, combo is often Gram - AND+*

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Nucleoside Analogues (EYE ANTIVIRALS)

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-“analogues” are too old to go viral
-WE DONT PRESCRIBE THESE
(critical care ophthalmologist does ;)
-Ex. Gancyclovir, Vidarabine,
Trifluridine
-Mainly treat: HSV, VZV, CMV
-Can cause burning/ irritation/ blurry

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What do I actually need to know about ocular agents absorption?

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-Abx/ antivirals penetrate only ocular fluid & tissues
-Limited systemic absorption so limited ADE EXCEPT Sulfacetamide (also dont use with ocular exudate, sulfa may be inactivated)
-Local irritation—usually transient
-Superinfection can occur with prolonged/repeated use

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When should you not use ointments in the eyes and why?

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-After trauma or surgery, ointments may decrease corneal healing

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Which ocular med classes are Category C in pregnancy?

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-Polypeptide (abx)
-Macrolides (abx)
-Nucleoside analogues (antivirals)
-Sulfonamides (abx)
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Which ocular med classes should not be used in lactation?

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-Sulfacetamide & Fluoroquinolones (harmful to infant)

-NOTE* EES and tobra safe in children*

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Common Conjunctivitis per age

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-Most common cause: H ifluenza or Strep Pneumoniae (Bacterial)
-Preschoolers: usually bacterial
-School aged: Viral w adenovirus
-Sexually active teens/adults—check
for Neisseria gonorrhea
-Adults—viral or bacterial

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Ophthalmia Neonatorum- what to know

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-Seen in infants <1 month of age
-Chlamydia most common pathogen
-GC is most serious—Ceftriaxone
-Cannot give Rocephin to those with elevated bilirubin—give Cefotaxime
-Prevention—proph abx to eye
within 1 hour of delivery (EES)

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Neonatal Chlamydia

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-Chlamydia—systemic ABX for 2-3 weeks OR Zithromax for 3 days
-Chlamydia conjunctivitis NOT prevented with EES at birth
-Any mucopurulent discharge in 1st few weeks of life—check for chlamydia

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Bacterial Conjunctivitis Children V elderly common causes

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-Children (3 mo to 8 years):
Staph, Strep or Haemophilis
- >7 years—H flu most common

-Elderly—Staph aureus and Pseudomonas (those >70 years)
-Usually self limiting but abx can speed up recovery

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Bacterial Conjunctivitis Tx

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-Uncomplicated disease can be treated with: Polypeptides, sulfonamides, aminoglycosides, macrolides, fluroquinolones
(sulfa stings and doesnt cover H flu)

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Conjunctivitis-Otitis Syndrome

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-Seen in those under 6
-Usually caused by H . Flu
-Treat with Augmentin PO
(No specific eye therapy)

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Gonococcal conjunctivitis (GC)

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-SEVERE infection by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
-Purulent bacterial conjunctivitis
usually responds to topicals
(except hyperpurulent in a newborn in which need gram stain)
-Adults: acquired through direct contact w infected genital secretions
-Neonates: Passed from an infected mother to the baby during childbirth (known as ophthalmia neonatorum).
-Treat with Rocephin IM and NS irrigations to clear exudate

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Blepharitis

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-Acute/ chronic inflammation of the lash follicles and Meibomian glands
-Treat with: warm compresses, scrub lashes with no-tear shampoo, EES ointment until symptoms resolve, THEN for another 7 days OR Zithromax solution for 4 weeks

-NOTE* No contacts during tx and discard all eye make up*

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Hordeolum (Stye)

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-Infection of sebaceous gland of lashes or lid
-Cause—Staph aureus
-Treatment—warm moist compress, Sulfacetamide Polytrim gtts or EES
ointment until sx are gone then for
another 3 days
-Stye will usually rupture on its own—if not—refer to ophthalmologist

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Extra shit for eyes that’s good to know

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-H. flu high on your list of causes (do not use Sulfacetamide d/t poor coverage—Polysporin or Polytrim have good coverage)
-In infants—EES is DOC

-NOTE* Zithromax/ Fluoroquinolones are 10x the cost of EES

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Glaucoma

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-Leading cause of blindness
-Therapies for glaucoma are aimed at decreasing production of aqueous humor and increasing outflow of this fluid from the angle structures
-Mandatory Ophthalmology consult

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What are the 6 main categories of anti-glaucoma agents?

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  1. Beta blockers
  2. Adrenergic agonists
  3. Miotics (Inhibit cholinesterase)
  4. Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors (CAI’s)
  5. Sympathomimetics
  6. Prostaglandin agonists
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Beta Blockers for Glaucoma
MOA
ADE
Interactions

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  1. MOA:—decrease IOP by
    interfering with production of aqueous humor and IOP is decreased (Exact MOA unknown)
    2.Pharmacokinetics: Little is known (Duration is 12-24 hours)
    -Systemic absorption DOES occur and can be seen w lungs and heart
  2. Precautions/ CI:
    -Topical BB are contraindicated with
    bradycardia/AV block or SBP <100
    -Also contraindicated with Raynaud’s, PAOD or vascular disease
    -Use with caution with poorly controlled DM (can prolong & enhance hypoglycemia
    -Pregnancy category C
    -Topical BB excreted in breast milk (contraindicated in breast feeding)
  3. ADE: HA, dizziness and systemic BB effects, bradycardia, hypotension, bronchospasm
    5: Drug/drug inter: Use w systemic BB- worry about bradycardia/ ASYSTOLE
    -Interacts with: other BB, pressors, CCB, Digoxin, Amio, Beta agonists
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Adrenergic Agonists for Glaucoma

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1.MOA: Decreases IOP by reducing the production of aqueous humor by increasing uveoscleral outflow
2. Pharmacokinetics: peak levels in 1-4 hours; metabolized in liver/ eliminated in urine
3. Precautions/ CI: Brimonidine is CI in those on MAOIs
-Do not instill with contact lens in—wait 15” after use before contacts
-Pregnancy Category C
4. ADE: feel like they have a foreign body in the eye/ pain
-Systemic effects—dry mouth, drowsiness, HA
5. Drug-drug inter: Do not use with MAOIs
-Additive effects w CNS depressants
-Drugs that can lower HR may have additive effects of depressing HR/ BP

brimonidine (Alphagan P) and apraclonidine (Iopidine)

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Miotics for Glaucoma

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  1. MOA: Indirect agents that inhibitcholinesterase and Cause intense miosis & muscle contraction
    –>IOP is decreased by a decreased resistance to aqueous outflow
  2. Pharm: Little is known (Duration is 6-8 hours)
  3. Precautions/CI: Contraindicated with eye inflammation or when no constriction wanted—iritis, uveitis, secondary glaucoma
  4. ADE: Corneal clouding, HA, RETINAL DETACHMENT
    -Systemic effects—HA, HTN, salivation, sweating, n/v
  5. Drug-Drug: can have additive effect w systemic anticholinesterases

Pilocarpine, Physostigmine, and Isoflurophate

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Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors for Glaucoma (CAI’s)

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  1. MOA: work by inhibiting the enzyme carbonic anhydrase, which reduces the production of bicarb and thus lowers the formation of aqueous humor–> resulting in decreased IOP
  2. Pharm: Differ greatly, generally well- absorbed systemically and distributed, primarily renal excretion
  3. Precautions/CI: absorbed in amounts great enough to cause hypersensitivity in those w Sulfa Ax
    -Pregnancy Category C
    -CI in lactation; safety in kids NOT known
    -NOTE* There are A LOT of variations here I went generic don’t use this damn drug if possible*
  4. ADE: taste alterations, keratosis
  5. Drug-drug:Concurrent use of CAI and high dose salicylates may cause
    metabolic acidosis & salicylate toxicity

dorzolamide (Trusopt) and brinzolamide (Azopt)
acetazolamide (Diamox, AK-Zol) and methazolamide (Neptazane, GlaucTabs)

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Sympathomimetics for Glaucoma

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  1. MOA: stimulate adrenergic receptors leading to vasoconstriction and lowered IOP.
  2. Pharm: Unknown
  3. Precautions/CI: CI in those allergic to Clonidine in those with narrow angle glaucoma
    -Pregnancy Category C +
    Not recommended for children or nursing moms
    -NOTE* again a lot of variability here*
  4. ADE: Conjunctival and/or corneal pigmentation
    -Systemic effects—HA, HTN, elevated HR, cardiac arrhythmias
  5. Drug-drug:No known drug interactions (Except Apraclonidine dont use w MAOIs pot HTN crisis)

Brimonidine, Apraclonidine, Dipivefrin

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Prostaglandin agonists for glaucoma

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1.MOA: primarily increase aqueous humor outflow through uveoscleral pathway, which helps reduce IOP.
2. Pharm: absorbed through cornea—hydrolyzed to active form; not known if it crosses placenta; metabolized in the urine.
3. Precautions/CI: Latanoprost—do not instill with contacts in; use with caution in those with iritis
-Pregnancy Category C; not for use in
children or lactating moms
4. ADE: foreign body sensations, iris discoloration (usually permanent)
5: Drug-Drug: Interacts with Thimerosal; wait 5 minutes between gtts if one contains Thimerosal

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Prostaglandin Agonist Prototype Drug

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-Lantanoprost (Xalantan)
-FDA: Glaucoma
MOA: Exact unknown but thought to increase outflow of aqueous humor by acting on this receptor and thus decreases IOP
-ADE: eye redness/ irritation iris pigmentation, periorbital skin darkening
-CDR: HA/Dizziness/congestion
-No black box warning
-Category C/ dont use if lactating

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Prostaglandin Agonist Drugs

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-All have “PROST” in name
-Lantanoprost, Bimatoprost (Latisse), Unoprostone, Travaprost

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What monitoring do anti- glaucoma agents require?

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-BP and CV status

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What are the ocular anti-allergics?

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  1. Anti-histamines
  2. Mast cell stabilizers
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Anti-histamines

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-All have “INE” as in histamINE
-Levocabastine
-Antazoline
-Azelastine
-Bepotastine
-Epinastine
-Emedastine
-Ketotifen
-Olopatadine
-Pheniramine
- Emedastine

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Mast Cell stabilizers

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-Iodoxamide
-Nedocromil
- Cromolyn Na+

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What are the ocular anti-inflammatory meds?

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  1. NSAIDS
  2. Corticosteroids
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NSAIDS

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-All have “OFEN or AC”
-Fluriprofen
-Suprofen
-Diclofenac
-Nepafenac
-Ketorolac

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Corticosteroids

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-Potent antiinflammatories
[many different names] should be
prescribed by
ophthalmologists!!
-DONT PRESCRIBE THESE

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Mast cell stabilizers for ocular anti-allergic meds
MOA
CI
ADE

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  1. MOA: decrease sensitivity reactions by inhibiting degranulation of sensitized mast cells that have been
    exposed to antigens, also inhibit histamine & slow reacting
    substance of anaphylaxis
  2. Pharm: Limited systemic absorption; metabolism/ excretion not known
  3. Precaution/CI: Avoid wearing soft contacts when using gtts with benzalkonium chloride
  4. ADE: Transient tearing/ discomfort
  5. Safety: Are safe in adults,
    children and pregnant women
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Ocular antihistamines
MOA
CI
ADE

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  1. MOA: selective for H1 receptor; block histamine receptor & inhibit histamine stimulated vascular
    permeability in the conjunctiva;
    decrease ocular itching
  2. Pharm: Limited systemic absorption; metabolism/ excretion not known
  3. Precaution/CI: Avoid wearing soft contacts when using gtts with benzalkonium chloride
  4. ADE: Transient tearing/ discomfort/ HA/ conjun infection/ rhinitis
    5: Safety: Are safe and can be
    used in children as young as 2
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NSAIDs ocular anti-inflammatory
MOA
CI
ADE

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  1. MOA: decrease prostaglandin E2 in
    aqueous humor by inhibiting
    prostaglandin biosynthesis
  2. Pharm: Limited systemic absorption; metabolism/ excretion not known
  3. Precaution/CI: If patient is allergic to acetylsalicylic acid—use caution when prescribing NSAIDs
    -Pregnancy Category C
  4. ADE: Transient tearing/ discomfort/ may cause minor irritation and can contribute to superficial ocular infection, keratitis, inflammation, corneal edema, iritis
    5: Safety: Are safe in adults and used
    for vernal conjunctivitis
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Corticosteroids ocular anti-inflammatory

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  1. MOA: Unknown; thought to induce
    phospholipase A2 inhibitory proteins
  2. Pharm: Limited systemic absorption; metabolism/ excretion not known
  3. Precaution/CI: those that need steroids should be referred for
    slit-lamp to rule out HSV keratitis (steroids can cause blindness if this is present)
    -Pregnancy Category C
  4. ADE: Transient tearing/ discomfort/ glaucoma, optic nerve damage, field
    defects/ decreased vision, cataract formation, secondary infection and PERFORATED GLOBE
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What should be monitored with ocular agents?

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-IOP
-ONLY BY OPTHOMALOGIST

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Ocular Lubricants

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-AKA “Artificial tears”
- Cyclosporine (Restasis)
MOA: Immune modulator/ anti-inflammatory
2. Pharm: Contain balanced
solution of salts to maintain ocular
tonicity, buffers to adjust pH, viscosity to prolong eye
contact time and preservatives; not absorbed
3. Precautions/CI: None (Other than Products that contain benzalkonium
chloride dont use with soft contacts)
4. Used mainly for dry eye syndrome
5. ADE’s: Transient Mild stinging and blurred vision

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Ophthalmic Vasoconstrictors

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  1. Use: Used for temporary relief of red eye from minor irritants and allergic conjunctivitis, and are used by ophthalmologic specialists to dilate pupils
  2. Pharm: Weak sympathomimetic agents that constrict the
    conjunctival vessels
  3. Duration: 1-6 hours
  4. Precautions/CI: if patient is sensitive to product or if patient has narrow angle glaucoma
    -Category C
    -NOT recommended for kids
  5. ADE’s: Transient stinging/burning with instillation/ increased tearing
    -Most serious—increased IOP
    (Rebound congestion can develop with extended use)
  6. Drug-drug: TCAs and Maprotiline
    increases pressor effect;
    No MAOIs within 21 days of use
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Diagnostics for eyes

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  1. Topical Fluorescein Na—used to
    detect corneal defects/abrasions
  2. Pharm: Is a yellow water soluble
    dibasic acid xanthine dye that
    produces intense green color in
    alkaline [pH of 5.0] solution
    (Corneal defect will uptake dye and
    will appear bright green under UV or
    Wood’s lamp)
  3. Pharmacokinetic: not absorbed
  4. Precautions/ CI: Do not use with soft contacts in—they get stained; can re-insert after eyes are flushed with saline and patient waits 1 hour
    -Pregnancy Category C
    5: ADE: Drug-drug: None