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Hyperosmotic agents, topical

Osmotherapy was introduced to ocular therapeutics in 1904 with the use of oral hypertonic saline to reduce elevated intraocular pressure.Topical ocular use of hyperosmotic agents has been proven clinically useful in the treatment of corneal edema, particularly when the cause is endothelial dysfunction. [Pg.279]

The following discussion considers the pharmacologic properties of hyperosmotic agents available for topical use. Chapter 26 discusses the clinical uses of topical osmotherapy in the management of conditions characterized by corneal edema. [Pg.279]

Topical hyperosmotic agents can be useful in dehydrating edematous corneas. The clinical objective of topical... [Pg.279]

Lamberts DW.Topical hyperosmotic agents and secretory stimulants. hit Ophthalmol Clin 1980 20 163-169. [Pg.282]

Ocular irrigating solutions and disinfectants 242 Viscoelastic materials 242 Intracameral fibrinolytic agents 242 Topical hyperosmotic agents 242 Ocular tissue adhesives 242... [Pg.217]

The medication should be stopped and the patient treated with hyperosmotics, cycloplegics, and topical lOP-lowering agents. Treatment with peripheral iridectomy is not beneficial. [Pg.753]

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