Fixed Combinations of Glaucoma Medications.
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چکیده
The first line treatment in the management of glaucoma is topical medical therapy. Many patients with glaucoma require multiple medications for adequate intraocular pressure control. For patients who need multi-dose regimens to control intraocular pressure, fixed combinations offer convenience, efficacy and safety. This review summarizes the role, efficacy, mechanism of action and indications for use of modern fixed combination of topical glaucoma medications.The review shows the advantages and disadvantages of a prescribing fixed combination in daily clinical practice.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Srpski arhiv za celokupno lekarstvo
دوره 143 9-10 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2015