Key Color Coded Medications For the Emergency Provider
- Tan indicates antimicrobials/anti-infectives which may include antifungals, antivirals, or antibacterials.
- Pink topped medications indicates steroids which if misused or confused by patients can lead to bacterial, viral or fungal infections, delayed healing or cataract development.
- Red is utilized for mydriatics and cycloplegics utilized to dilate the pupil and examine the posterior eye segment.
- Yellow and Dark Blue indicate beta blockers commonly used to reduce intraocular pressure and treat glaucoma.
- Turquoise colored tops are prostaglandin analogs also commonly used to facilitate aqueous humor drainage and decrease intraocular pressure.
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