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S. Aureus, Enterotoxins ID'd in Atopic Keratoconjunctivitis

April 24, 2012

Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) and S. aureus-secreted enterotoxins (SE) are frequently found in patients with atopic keratoconjunctivitis (AKC), particularly in those with corneal ulceration.

Serious Eye Disease Linked to Bisphosphonate Use

April 03, 2012

First-time users of oral bisphosphonates have an increased risk of both uveitis and scleritis compared with nonusers.

Orphan Drug Status for Sirolimus for Non-Infectious Uveitis

November 11, 2011

Santen announced that the FDA has granted orphan drug designation for sirolimus (DE-109) for the treatment of chronic/refractory anterior non-infectious uveitis, non-infectious intermediate uveitis, non-infectious panuveitis, and non-infectious uveitis affecting the posterior segment of the eye.

Generic Elestat Launched

November 07, 2011

Perrigo announced that its partner, PharmaForce/Luitpold Pharmaceuticals, received final approval for Epinastine HCl ophthalmic solution, 0.05%, a generic version of Elestat (Inspire Pharmaceuticals).

Fera Launches Four Ophthalmic Antibiotic Ointments

August 01, 2011

Fera Pharmaceuticals announced that it has launched four ophthalmic ointments: Neo-Polycin (neomycin and polymyxin B sulfates and bacitracin zinc), Neo-Polycin HC (neomycin and polymyxin B sulfates, bacitracin zinc and hydrocortisone acetate), Polycin (bacitracin zinc and polymyxin B sulfates), and neomycin and polymyxin B sulfates with dexamethasone.

ELESTAT

Eye Disorders > Ocular allergy/inflammation

Epinastine HCl 0.05%; oph soln; contains benzalkonium chloride.

MAXITROL OPH OINT

Eye Disorders > Ocular allergy/inflammation

Neomycin 3.5mg, polymyxin B sulfate 10000Units/g, dexamethasone 0.1%.

NAPHCON A

Eye Disorders > Ocular allergy/inflammation

Naphazoline HCl 0.025%, pheniramine maleate 0.3%; oph. soln; contains benzalkonium chloride.

NEVANAC

Eye Disorders > Ocular allergy/inflammation

Nepafenac 0.1%, oph. susp; contains benzalkonium chloride.

TOBRADEX ST

Eye Disorders > Ocular allergy/inflammation

Tobramycin 0.3%, dexamethasone 0.05%; oph. susp; contains benzalkonium chloride.

Updated: 1/10/2011

Eye Disorders > Ocular allergy/inflammation

ANTIHISTAMINES: Antihistamines (eg, emedastine, pheniramine, antazoline) are reversible competitive H1 receptor antagonists that block allergic responses to histamine. Ophthalmic application ...
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Treatment Update: PediPirox^™-4 Nail Kit (ciclopirox topical solution, 8%)

April 25, 2012

Update on Melanoma Treatment: SYLATRON™ (peg-interferon alfa-2b) for injection, for subcutaneous use

January 23, 2012

Acute Pain Update: SPRIX^® (ketorolac tromethamine) Nasal Spray 15.75 mg per spray

November 29, 2011

Allergic Conjunctivitis

March 09, 2012

Allergic conjunctivitis chart of prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs.

Potentially Inappropriate Drugs for the Elderly (Beers List)

May 21, 2012

A list of drugs that may potentially be inappropriate for use in elderly patients due to their side effects. A description of the possible side effects is indicated next to each drug.

Osteoporosis Treatments

May 16, 2012

Osteoporosis treatment chart.

Mood Disorder Treatments

May 16, 2012

Mood disorder treatments for bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, treatment resistant depression, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, and others.

Antiretroviral Contraindications and Drug Interactions Chart

May 16, 2012

HIV medication contraindications and drug interactions comparison chart.