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Medications used in Opthalmic Surgery
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01/13/2016

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Term
What is the surgical use of dyes?
Definition
Detect alterations in anatomical structures, such as corneal abrasions and patent nasolacrimal ducts
Term
What is BSS?
Definition
Balanced Salt Solution
Term
What is the indication for Zonulysis agents?
Definition
Dissolves zonules holding the capsule of the lens in place during intracapsular lens extraction
Term
What is used for corneal moistening and intraocular irrigation?
Definition
Irrigants, such as BSS
Term
What is the trade name for bupivacaine HCI?
Definition
Marcaine
Term
What is the action for lidocaine HCI?
Definition
Local anesthetic
Term
What is the surgical use for mannitol?
Definition
Osmotic diuretic, decreases IOP
Term
IOP
Definition
Intraocular pressure
Term
When is epinephrine added to BSS for intraocular irrigation?
Definition
During cataract extraction
Term
fluoresceine sodium
Definition
Dye
Term
What is the action of hyaluronidase? Trade name Wydase
Definition
An enzyme
Term
What agents decrease the production of aqueous humor?
Definition
Glaucoma agents
Term
What is the dosage for Diamox?
Definition
250mg PO every 8-12 hours
Term
What does retrobulbar mean?
Definition
Behind the eyeball
Term
What is the dosage for dyes?
Definition
Mixed with BSS solution for irrigation or 1-2 drops onto cornea
Term
Name the generic names for the two hyperosmotic agents.
Definition
mannitol and acetazolamide
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