title: Topical antimicrobial agents and antibiotics for the eye.
abstract: Antibiotics for eye infection can be given topically, by subconjunctival or intravitreous injection, or systemically. The bacteria responsible are reviewed and pharmacokinetics influencing topical concentration are discussed. An approach to treatment by the primary care specialist is suggested.
authors.affiliation: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia.
authors.forename: R V
authors.initials: RV
authors.lastname: McCloskey
mesh_terms: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000493:pharmacokinetics / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000891:Anti-Infective Agents, Local / Q000493:pharmacokinetics / Q000627:therapeutic use; D001424:Bacterial Infections / Q000188:drug therapy*; D005128:Eye Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy*; D006801:Humans; D009824:Ointments; D009883:Ophthalmic Solutions
chemical_list: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D000891:Anti-Infective Agents, Local; D009824:Ointments; D009883:Ophthalmic Solutions