Controlled trial of cyclosporine (0.05%) versus Olopatadine (0.2%) topical solution in treatment of vernal keratoconjuntivitis
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 7
Abstract
A randomized controlled study was conducted at such sagar medical college, Jabalpur for comparative analysis of topical cyclosporine (0.05%) and olopatadine (0.2%) in patients of vernal keratoconjuctivitis. Total number of patients specified for study was 62 among which 30 patients received cyclosporine and 32 received olopatadine. Improvement in signs and symptoms was assessed for a period of one month. As a result both treatment modalities were found to be safe and effective in treating VKC. In 1st week Olopatadine was more effective but thereafter no statistically significant difference could be observed in their efficacy.
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Dr Sadiya Hussain
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