OPT106 Basic Ophthalmic Pharmacology
This course introduces and compares ophthalmic drug delivery systems. Topics include topical and oral medications, use and abuse of drugs, irrigation solutions, and the format of ophthalmic prescriptions. Upon course completion students will be able to describe how to administer and record both topical and oral medications used in ophthalmology as prescribed by a physician.
Prerequisite
OPT101 Introduction to Ophthalmic Assisting Minimum Grade of: C and
OPT102 Ocular Anatomy and Physiology Minimum Grade of: C
Corequisite
OPT103 Introduction to Diseases of the Eye Minimum Grade of: C and
OPT104 Ophthalmic Optics & Refractometry Minimum Grade of: C and
OPT105 Ophthalmic Clinical Procedures I Minimum Grade of: C
Program Major Restrictions
Ophthalmic Assistant Cert