MIMS Ophthalmology Clinic

Latest news and quick-reference resources collated by the MIMS editors to support primary care prescribing for eye disorders, including glaucoma and dry eye .

Latest news

Chloramphenicol eye drops safe for under 2s, says MHRA

9 July 2021, 4:43pm

The balance between the benefits and risks of chloramphenicol...

Chloramphenicol eye drop contraindication advice published

10 May 2021, 3:45pm

Advice on the contraindication for use of chloramphenicol...

Paediatric contraindication for chloramphenicol eye drops

14 April 2021, 6:45pm

Chloramphenicol eye drops should no longer be used...

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Ophthalmic preparations, preservatives and potential sensitisers as ingredients

2 August 2022, 9:00am

Dry eye treatments

5 August 2022, 8:00am

External resources

Useful websites and online tools to support prescribing for eye conditions.

General

Royal College of Ophthalmologists
Royal College of GPs - eye health
Royal National Institute of Blind People
International Glaucoma Association
VISION 2020
Moorfields Eye Hospital
Macular Society

Guidance

NICE - guidance on eye conditions
Vision and people with learning disabilities: guidance for GPs [pdf]
CKS - guidance on eye conditions
DVLA - glaucoma and driving
Royal College of Ophthalmologists - Diabetic Retinopathy Guidelines [pdf]
Sight loss in older people: the essential guide for general practice

Patient support

SeeAbility - easy-read information on eye care
NHS Choices - Am I entitled to a free NHS eye test?

Education

RCGP webinar (Clinical Priority for Eye Health Programme) - Common eye conditions
RCGP webinar (Clinical Priority for Eye Health Programme) - Cataracts and general ophthalmic emergencies
Eye Learning - education site for GP trainees

Mims

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