Ocular Pharmacology

These flashcards cover essential vocabulary related to ocular pharmacology including definitions and explanations of key terms.

Ocular Lubricants

Substances used to stabilize tear film, improve the comfort of the eye, and prolong tear breakup time.

Dry Eye

A condition caused by reduced tear production or increased evaporation of tears.

Bacteriostatic

Antibiotics that stop bacteria from reproducing.

Bactericidal

Antibiotics that kill bacteria by attacking their cell wall.

Topical Antibiotics

Medications applied directly to the surface of the eye to treat bacterial infections.

Preservatives

Substances added to eye drops to inhibit bacterial growth and prolong shelf life.

Preservative-free drops

Eye drops that are packaged in single-use vials to reduce contamination risk.

Corticosteroids

Anti-inflammatory drugs used to treat anterior ocular inflammation.

Neovascularization

The formation of new blood vessels, often in response to hypoxia or inflammation.