A patient who has year-round allergic rhinitis uses an intranasal corticosteroid and a daily oral antihistamine. The patient reports persistent watery and itchy eyes
The primary care NP observes profuse clear, watery discharge and a cobblestone appearance inside the upper eyelids, with clear conjunctivae. The patient has tried topical azelastine (Astelin) and topical diclofenac (Voltaren) without improvement. The NP should prescribe _____ drops. a. timolol (Timoptic)
b. pilocarpine (Isopto)
c. nedocromil (Tilade)
d. dexamethasone (Decadron)
C
Topical mast cell stabilizers, such as nedocromil, are good for long-term treatment of allergic conjunctivitis. Timolol and pilocarpine are used to treat glaucoma. Dexamethasone is prescribed for severe cases of conjunctivitis but should be prescribed only by an ophthalmologist.
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