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Lube/ Cyclosporine / Hyperosmotics

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What are the three main viscoelastics?   Sodium hyaluronate, Chondroitin sulphate, methylcellulose  
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Where are viscoelastics utilized?   Surgery  
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Aqueous is produced by?   Lacrimal gland  
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Mucin layer of tear film is produced by?   Conjunctival goblet cells  
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Lipid layer of tear film is produced by?   Meibomian glands  
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Name at least 6 type of drugs classifications that may lead to dry eye symptoms.   Anti-­‐histamines, anti-­‐depressive, High blood pressure, hormones, diuretics, Beta blockers (heart med), Sleeping pills, appetite suppressants  
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What is the maximum number of times preserved artificial tears should be used in a day?   4  
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Name some topical eye drops that may contribute to dry eye.   Glaucoma gtts [Beta blockers (Timolol), Prostaglandin analogues, CAI drops], "Red out" eye gtts  
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Purite and Na Perborate are what type of preservatives?   "Disappearing" -break down to oxygen and water on touching the eyes  
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Emollients are used where?   Eye ointments  
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Name three emollients?   Lanolin, mineral oil, petrolatum  
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What is the generic name for Restasis®?   Cyclosporine  
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What type of drug is Restasis®?   Immunosupressive - anti-inflammatory  
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How long does it take to achieve the full effect of Restasis®?   4-8 weeks, sometimes longer  
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Name two types of punctal plugs.   Permanent and Collagen  
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How long do collagen punctal plugs work?   24, 48, or 72 hours (1-3 days)  
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What is Enuclene® used for?   Cleaning prosthesis  
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Intraocular irrigating solutions should have a pH of ____ and a tonicity of ____.   7.4 / 0.9  
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What intraocular irrigating solution is used in cataract surgery for complicated cases?   BSS Plus  
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What is the name of the irrigation contact lens used in severe chemical burns?   Morgan lens  
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Name two topical hyperosmotic agents.   2-5% Sodium Chloride and Glycerine  
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What are hyperosmotic agents used for and what do you tell the patient?   To reduce corneal edema (epithelial edema). Tell them they will sting  
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What agent is used for gonioscopy?   Methylcellulose (Goniosol, Gonak)  
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Acetylcysteine is what type of drug?   Mucolytic  
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Name five systemic disorders that may have dry eye problems.   Sjögren’s, Graves, Sarcoid, Rheumatoid arthritis, Reactive arthritis, Aids, Rosacea, Bell's Palsy.  
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