Question

match the drug names to their use(s).

1. (lo 8 - 3) betoptic s
2. (lo 8 - 3) isopto atropine
3. (lo 8 - 3) ofloxacin (floxin otic)
4. (lo 8 - 3) neosporin ophthalmic
5. (lo 8 - 3) murine ear wax remover

a. cerumen
b. glaucoma
c. superficial eye infections
d. infections of the ear canal
e. iritis, uveitis, refraction during eye exam

Explanation:

• Betoptic S: It is a beta - blocker used in the treatment of glaucoma. Beta - blockers reduce intraocular pressure by decreasing aqueous humor production.
• Isopto Atropine: Atropine is an anticholinergic drug. It is used for cycloplegia (paralysis of accommodation) during eye exams (refraction) and also for treating iritis and uveitis as it dilates the pupil and reduces inflammation - related pain by preventing the iris from adhering to the lens.
• Ofloxacin (Floxin Otic): Ofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. When used in the otic (ear) form (Floxin Otic), it is indicated for the treatment of infections of the ear canal.
• Neosporin Ophthalmic: Neosporin Ophthalmic contains antibiotics like neomycin, polymyxin B. It is used for treating superficial eye infections as it can combat common bacteria that cause such infections.
• Murine Ear Wax Remover: As the name suggests, it is used for removing cerumen (ear wax).

Answer:

1. b. glaucoma
2. e. iritis, uveitis, refraction during eye exam
3. d. infections of the ear canal
4. c. superficial eye infections
5. a. cerumen