Data Reveals Impact of Ocular Adverse Events During Cancer Therapy

Study finds higher frequency of anterior segment problems and links certain ones, including neuro-ophthalmic and corneal issues, to reduced survival, highlighting the need for collaborative management strategies.

Can You Spot these Drug-induced Ocular Side Effects?

Consider these four cases involving toxic optic neuropathy and maculopathy to learn more about the potential mishaps of systemic meds.

Can You Spot these Drug-induced Ocular Side Effects?

Consider these four cases involving toxic optic neuropathy and maculopathy to learn more about the potential mishaps of systemic meds.

MD Groups Respond to Study Linking GLP-1 Treatment to NAION

The American Academy of Ophthalmology and North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society stress that more research is needed to determine whether the association is causal.

Fluoroquinolone Use Not Linked to Increased Uveitis, Retinal Detachment Risk

Although an association with this antibiotic treatment cannot be completely ruled out, any absolute effect would be small.

Have You Kept Up with the Recent 'New Drug' Deluge?

Optometrists have access to many new meds right now, with a flood of more on the way. Here’s a comprehensive review of what’s out now and what’s in the pipeline.

Safe and Savvy Prescribing of Oral Pharmaceuticals

Two experts share their best “dos and don'ts” to help you confidently handle the most common scenarios across several different categories of medications.

The Wild and Woolly World of Anti-VEGF in 2023

A once-simple treatment protocol has gotten more sophisticated—and complicated—by novel drug compounds, varied dosing regimens and sustained-release delivery methods. Here’s the current state of affairs.

Innovations, Part Two

These products are making an impact in the eyecare world.

Statin Use, Certain Ethnicities Linked to Late-Onset AMD

On the flip side, female sex, obesity and fluoxetine use were found to be associated with earlier development.