Help Dry-Eye Patients Avoid Topical Vasoconstrictors

January 2015

Winter weather will bring questions about how to manage dry eyes.

Up to 30% of people 50 and older have eye irritation, burning, etc.

Help identify meds that may cause dry eyes...such as antihistamines, diuretics, or postmenopausal estrogen. Continue to recommend using a humidifier, wearing glasses on windy days, etc.

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Cardiology Suggest Saving Ezetimibe as an Add-On in High-Risk Patients
Interactions Watch for TMP/SMX Rxs for Patients on Potassium-Boosting Meds
Generics Encourage Rxs for "Methylphenidate Extended-Release" Instead of Concerta
Bipolar Disorder Don't Suggest Aripiprazole or Ziprasidone for Bipolar Depression
Hypothyroidism Explain That Full Benefit of Levothyroxine May Take 6 Months
Diabetes Suggest the Shortest and Thinnest Insulin Needle Available
COPD Watch for Mix-Ups Between Spiriva Respimat and Handihaler
Practice Keep a List of High-Risk Meds at Drop-Off
Eye Health Help Dry-Eye Patients Avoid Topical Vasoconstrictors
Antithrombotics Don't Recommend Newer Oral Anticoagulants for VTEs During Pregnancy
Med Administration Recommend a Different Head Position to Make Swallowing Pills Easier
Pediatrics Use Supportive Care Instead of Meds for Bronchiolitis in Kids

Help Dry-Eye Patients Avoid Topical Vasoconstrictors

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