Efficacy of Tobradex in the Treatment of Delayed Anterior Uveitis Following Intraocular Lens Implantation for Patients with Cataract
- VernacularTitle:妥布霉素/地塞米松治疗白内障人工晶体术后迟发性前葡萄膜炎的疗效观察
- Author:
Zhiqiang YANG
;
Ruihe CHEN
;
Jin ZHOU
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Cataract;
Uveitis;
Tobradex
- From:
China Pharmacy
2005;0(14):-
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
OBJECTIVE:To investigate the clinical efficacy of tobradex in treating delayed anterior uveitis following intraocular lens implantation for patients with cataract.METHODS:19 cases(19 eyes,observation group)were treated with tobradex gutta and tobradex eye ointment,while 11(11 eyes)in control group were treated initially with dexamethasone by iv gtt,followed by prednisone taken at a draught with dosage decreased gradually after 3～5 days plus tropicamide eye drops for mydriasis.RESULTS:After treatment for 3 to 5 days,all patients achieved rapid improvement in inflammation and a favorable turn in visual acuity.No adverse reactions were noted in the observation group during treatment;however,the side effects such as irritation,insomnia,abnormal elevation in blood pressure and serum glucose level were noted in a few cases in the control group.CONCLUSION:Tobradex is effective for treating delayed anterior uveitis after cataract surgery.
