Textbook on Clinical Ocular Pharmacology & Therapeutics By SK Gupta (9789351523413)

The eye and the drugs used to treat ophthalmic ailments, although have been the attractive areas for scientific investigations since the ancient time; 21st century has witnessed explosive growth and development in this field. The students and practitioners are now confronted with the dilemma of how to consolidate basic concepts of pharmacology and knowledge about the newly developed drugs. This book aims to provide essential knowledge of the basic concepts of pharmacology, their application in ocular pharmacology and basic pharmacology of commonly used drugs in ophthalmology. The book also discusses the possible adverse drug reactions of systemically administered drugs. The ophthalmologists and postgraduates will find the book very useful in understanding basic pharmacology concepts, which can be utilized in therapeutics. The contents of the book are formatted in a way to provide quick to the point and easy access to the relevant matter. This book will be very useful for practicing ophthalmologist as a guide to answer questions that commonly arise during patient care.