by Anti-inflammatory drugs
Inflammation is one of the most common causes behind many eye disorders like conjunctivitis, uveitis, iritis etc. Anti-inflammatory drugs help reduce inflammation and asociated symptoms.
Corticosteroids: Corticosteroids are very potent Ophthalmic Drugs used extensively to treat all inflammatory conditions of the eye. Examples include prednisolone, dexamethasone, loteprednol, rimexolone etc. They are available as eye drops, ointments or injections based on the condition.
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): NSAIDs like ketorolac, bromfenac, diclofenac etc work by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis. They are used to treat ocular inflammation and postoperative pain and swelling. Ketorolac eye drops are commonly prescribed after cataract surgery.
Antibiotics
Bacterial infections of the eye must be promptly treated with appropriate antibiotics to prevent complications.
Quinolones: Fluoroquinolones like ofloxacin, ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin are broad spectrum antibiotics used for treating external bacterial infections. Ophthalmic Drugs come as eye drops which are well tolerated.
Aminoglycosides: Gentamicin and tobramycin eye drops are used for treating severe external or internal ocular bacterial infections. They must be used under close medical supervision due to the risk of toxicity.
Macrolides: Azithromycin eye drops are effective against staphylococcal infections and trachoma.
Combinations: Combinations of antibiotics like tobramycin + dexamethasone, azithromycin + dexamethasone are used for managing bacterial infections along with inflammation.
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1. Source: Coherent Market Insights, Public sources, Desk research
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