Oral pharmaceuticals are an essential component of ocular disease management, with applications ranging from infectious disease to inflammatory and neuropathic conditions. This course will provide an in-depth review of prescribing principles, drug classes, and patient-specific considerations relevant to optometric practice. Emphasis will be placed on safety, efficacy, and evidence-based decision-making to optimize patient outcomes.
Learning Objectives:
Upon conclusion of this activity, attendees will be able to:
Identify safe prescribing practices and patient-specific factors influencing oral pharmaceutical selection in optometric care.
Compare and contrast the mechanisms, indications, and adverse effects of major classes of oral antibacterials, antivirals, and analgesics.
Apply evidence-based prescribing principles to case scenarios, with attention to compliance, resistance, and patient education.
