Basics of Sterile Compounding: Ophthalmic Preparations, Part 1: Ophthalmic Solutions
Allen, L.V.
International Journal of Pharmaceutical Compounding 20(5): 399-404
2016
ISSN/ISBN: 1092-4221 PMID: 28339375 Document Number: 689210
Ophthalmic preparations are used to treat allergies, bacterial and viral infections, glaucoma, and numerous other eye conditions. When the eye's natural defensive mechanisms are compromised or overcome, an ophthalmic preparation, in a solution, suspension, or ointment form, may be indicated, with solutions being the most common form used to deliver a drug to the eye. This article provides a general discussion on ophthalmic preparations and specifically discusses the preparation of solutions.