Physicians' Desk Reference for Ophthalmic Medicines

This definitive reference is filled with accurate, up-to-date information specifically for the eye-care professional. The 29th edition provides detailed references on drugs and equipment used in the fields of Ophthalmology and Optometry. The 2001 edition contains: The latest information on newly approved ophthalmic pharmaceuticals such as Carteolol Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution USP, 1%, Ocuvite Lutein Antioxidant, Hypo Tears Select Lubricant Eye Drops and Visudyne; Complete and accurate information on instrumentation, equipment and supplies -- many with full-color photographs for easy identification; Critical updates on new and revised drugs and adverse reactions encountered in ophthalmology; a detailed overview of pharmaceuticals used in ophthalmology, including a complete list of off-label drug applications; In-depth coverage of all types of lenses; Four comprehensive indices which provide instant access to manufacturer, product name, product category, active ingredients, instrumentation, equipment and sutures; a section on vision standards, low visual impairment evaluation and low vision aids and much more.