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Oxybuprocaine keratopathy: a preventable disease.
The British Journal of Ophthalmology
|March 1, 1986
Summary
Topical anesthetic use, like oxybuprocaine, can cause severe corneal damage and vision loss. Over-the-counter sales of these eye medications should be restricted to prevent self-induced ocular disorders.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Corneal Diseases
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Topical anesthetics are frequently used for eye conditions.
- Unregulated access may lead to misuse and adverse effects.