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All About Atropine

An enduring reference for all things atropine - in this issue in addition to a variety of interesting clinical cases we investigate:

  • Latest science
  • Clinical considerations
  • Complications with compounding
  • Systemic side effects
  • When and how to use atropine
  • How to taper and stop
This newsletter includes details of a six-part blog series, as well as links to three Podcasts with world leading experts. With these comprehensive resources at your fingertips, prepare to become an atropine afoniciado!

When to prescribe atropine for myopia management

Atropine can be the clear front runner for myopia control treatment in some patients. Here we explore when to use atropine as a first line treatment, an adjunct treatment and how to manage cessation. Read more 

Atropine- wonder or weak treatment?

As the crown slipped on 0.01%, this clinically-focussed blog discusses the ideal concentration and provides a handy reference table on side effects and efficacy. Read more

Latest Science
Atropine latest and greatest research: This up-to-the-minute research summary explains all of the most recent atropine eye drop studies for myopia control, along with information on trials currently underway. 
Systemic side effects of atropine eye drops: There are important general health considerations in prescribing a topical eye drop, especially in young patients with some conditions, syndromes and medications.
Complications in atropine compounding: Most atropine currently prescribed for myopia control is compounded. How could this influence consistency of treatment and research results?

Clinical Studies
Which atropine dosage should I prescribe for myopia control? 
In this clinical case digest, colleagues participate in a poll and then discuss their preferences and reasoning on atropine concentration in practice.
Low-Dose Atropine And Allergy - What's The Cause?
A child has an allergic reaction to low dose atropine - or does he? Here practitioners consider the possible causes, with advice for management.
Complex atropine cases
Read these three complex atropine cases where general health conditions required careful consideration of atropine prescribing for myopia control.

Myopia Exchange Podcasts

Dr Kate Gifford talks with leading researchers across the world to delve into their thoughts, research insights and knowledge on atropine prescribing for myopia management
 
Professor Karla Zadnik from the USA discusses the Childhood Atropine for Myopia Progression (CHAMP) study, engaging with the scientific literature and an alternative take on myopia control as standard of care. Listen to the Podcast
Professor Mark Bullimore from the USA tells us more about the stability of compounded formulations, and takes us on a short journey through chemistry explaining how current studies are using novel formulations to address this issue. Listen to the Podcast 
Professor James Loughman from Ireland challenges us to think differently about low dose 0.01% atropine. What are we actually getting in the bottle? How should we approach atropine usage in practice? What will future research tell us? Listen to the Podcast

Helpful Resources From Nevakar
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Myopia News
Caution using apps to test children’s vision
In the wake of increases to remote care in response to the COVID-19 crisis, the Royal College of Ophthalmologists and British & Irish Orthoptic Society suggest that novel vision testing apps should undergo appropriate risk assessments before implementation and, until their potential risks and benefits are understood, parents should be advised that the apps have not yet been proven to be as effective as face-to-face assessments.
#GameOverMyopia
US based Global Myopia Awareness Coalition engages four leading social media parenting influencers to spread awareness of myopia within their online video streams under the hash tag #GameOverMyopia
Australia's global connection
2,200 delegates with reach across the Asia Pacific out to USA and Europe registered for a virtual conference hosted by Optometry Australia, and were entertained by Australian singer-songwriter Sophie Koh during the virtual welcome cocktail.

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