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Inflammation of the conjunctiva
Pink eye
Glaucoma that develops slowly over a period of years with few symptoms
Open angle
Useful in the acute stages of eye injury to prevent scarring
Corticosteroids
Decreases formation and increases outflow of aqueous humor
Alph agonists
Ear infection
Otitis media
Ophthalmic topical ointments that treat superficial infections of the eye
Anti-infectives
Used to treat postoperative inflammation following cataract surgery
NSAIDs
Carbonic anhydride inhibitors, miotics, beta adrenergic blockers, alpha agonists, prostaglandin analogs
Antiglaucoma agents
Prostaglandin analog that is regarded as a first line agent
latanaprost
One of the most commonly used antibiotics for swimmers ear
Cipro
Used to relieve inflammation of the eye or conjunctiva in allergic reactions
Anti-inflammatories
Blocks histamine receptors in the conjunctiva
Antihistamines
Side effect of carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
Photosensitivity
Applied topically to the eye for minor surgical & diagnostic procedures
Local anesthetics
A systemic antibiotic for ear infections
Amoxicillin
Causes deterioration of and damage to the optic nerve resulting in vision loss
Glaucoma
Causes vasoconstriction of blood vessels of the eye
Decongestants
Medications that cause pupils to contract
Miotics
Used topically to dilate the pupil for ophthalmic examinations
Mydriatics
Object that patients attempt to remove earwax with
Q tip
Glaucoma with sudden onset of pain, blurred vision, & a dilated pupil; considered a medical emergency
Angle closure
Provide a barrier function at the level of the conjunctiva mucosa
Ophthalmic lubricants
Used topically to lower intraocular pressure in open angle glaucoma
Beta adrenergic blocker
Drug that paralyzes the muscles of accommodation for eye exams
Cyclopegic
Purpose of the outer, middle, & inner ear
Hearing & balance