OPT 7140 Ocular Pharmacology 1 1.5 Credit
Ocular Pharmacology I provides students with a thorough understanding of ocular drug classifications and mechanisms of action employed by ophthalmic drugs. The student learns indications, off-label indications, contraindications, appropriate dosing, and adverse effects of pharmaceutical agents employed in an eye care setting. Drug interactions and diagnostic uses are also examined in addition to basic pharmacology concepts and terminology. Emphasis is placed on the clinical utilization of drugs in optometric practice.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit