{"title":"Rosalind Franklin Society Proudly Announces the 2023 Award Recipient for Journal of Ocular Pharmacology and Therapeutics.","authors":"Kelly Ai-Sun Tseng","doi":"10.1089/jop.2024.67832.rfs2023","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1089/jop.2024.67832.rfs2023","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":16689,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ocular Pharmacology and Therapeutics","volume":"10 1","pages":"407"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142259267","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Eyes on New Product Development.","authors":"Gary D Novack","doi":"10.1089/jop.2024.0105","DOIUrl":"10.1089/jop.2024.0105","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":16689,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ocular Pharmacology and Therapeutics","volume":" ","pages":"408-409"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141860075","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Lingjia Liu, Shudan Wang, Tomas Blanco, Hongyan Ge, Shuyan Zhu, Jia Yin, Yihe Chen, Reza Dana
{"title":"Neurokinin-1 Receptor Antagonism Reduces Nonallergic Ocular Redness in a Rabbit Model.","authors":"Lingjia Liu, Shudan Wang, Tomas Blanco, Hongyan Ge, Shuyan Zhu, Jia Yin, Yihe Chen, Reza Dana","doi":"10.1089/jop.2024.0003","DOIUrl":"10.1089/jop.2024.0003","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Purpose:</i></b> To evaluate the therapeutic efficacy of topical application of a neurokinin-1 receptor (NK1R) antagonist in a rabbit model of nonallergic ocular redness. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> Nonallergic ocular redness was induced in rabbits by a single, topical application of dapiparzole hydrochloride eye drops (0.5%, 1%, 2%, or 5%). The NK1R antagonist L-703,606 was topically applied to the eye at the same time of induction or 20 min after induction, and phosphate buffered saline (PBS) treatment served as the control. Superior bulbar conjunctival images were taken every 30 s for the first 2 min, followed by every 4 min for 8 min, and then every 10 min until 1 h. The severity of ocular redness was evaluated on the images using ImageJ-based ocular redness index (ORI) calculations. <b><i>Results:</i></b> The ORI scores were significantly increased after the application of 0.5%, 1%, 2%, or 5% dapiparzole at each time point evaluated, with the most severe redness induced by the 5% dapiprazole that led to a maximal mean increase in ORI score of 14 at 20 min post-induction and thus used for subsequent evaluation of therapeutic efficacy of NK1R antagonism. Topical L-703,606, when applied at the same time as dapiprazole induction, significantly suppressed the increase of ORI scores at all time points (∼40% decrease). Furthermore, when applied at 20 min after dapiprazole induction, L-703,606 rapidly and effectively suppressed the increase of ORI scores at 30, 40, 50, and 60 min (∼30% decrease). <b><i>Conclusions:</i></b> Topical blockade of NK1R effectively prevents and alleviates nonallergic ocular redness in a novel animal model.</p>","PeriodicalId":16689,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ocular Pharmacology and Therapeutics","volume":" ","pages":"445-451"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141200239","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yue Xie, Xin Wang, Zichao Ji, Guangyao Li, Chao Zhang
{"title":"The Effectiveness and Safety of Intravitreal Injections of Voriconazole in the Treatment of Fungal Endophthalmitis: A Systematic Review.","authors":"Yue Xie, Xin Wang, Zichao Ji, Guangyao Li, Chao Zhang","doi":"10.1089/jop.2023.0103","DOIUrl":"10.1089/jop.2023.0103","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Background:</i></b> Fungus endophthalmitis is a rare and serious infection that is treated with systemic and topical antifungal drugs. There is no clear consensus on the treatment of fungal endophthalmitis with intravitreal injections (IVIs) of voriconazole. This systematic review aims to summarize the literature on IVIs of voriconazole for fungal endophthalmitis. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> We conducted a systematic review of the literature to determine the effectiveness and safety of IVIs of voriconazole in the treatment of fungal endophthalmitis. We searched databases such as PubMed and Embase using the following search terms \"Endophthalmitis\" AND \"Intravitreal Injections\" AND \"Voriconazole\" with date limits of January 1, 1900, to December 31, 2022. We included all reports on humans, which described clinical outcomes of IVIs of voriconazole in the treatment of fungal endophthalmitis, including randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and case series. A descriptive synthesis of the data was conducted with a pooling of data for interventions. <b><i>Results:</i></b> One RCT and 21 retrospective studies were analyzed in this review. In these reports, a wide range of heterogeneous treatment regimens was used, including IVI in combination with other drugs, systemic therapy in combination with other agents, and surgery. Combined with other treatments, intravitreal voriconazole results in a favorable anatomical and clinical cure that was well tolerated. <b><i>Conclusions:</i></b> Reports on IVIs of voriconazole for fungal endophthalmitis demonstrate a heterogeneous approach to treatment. Of these, IVIs of voriconazole in anatomical and clinical outcomes appeared to be highly effective, although more data on its safety are needed.</p>","PeriodicalId":16689,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ocular Pharmacology and Therapeutics","volume":" ","pages":"332-341"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138445052","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Marlena Pietzuch, Irmela Mantel, Aude Ambresin, Christoph Tappeiner, Dana Nagyova, Guy Donati, Isabel B Pfister, Christin Schild, Justus G Garweg
{"title":"Intravitreal Dexamethasone as a Rescue for Anti-Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Therapy in Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration with Persistent Disease Activity and High Treatment Demand.","authors":"Marlena Pietzuch, Irmela Mantel, Aude Ambresin, Christoph Tappeiner, Dana Nagyova, Guy Donati, Isabel B Pfister, Christin Schild, Justus G Garweg","doi":"10.1089/jop.2023.0105","DOIUrl":"10.1089/jop.2023.0105","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Purpose:</i></b> To assess the impact of switching to, or adding, an intravitreal dexamethasone implant (Dex; Ozurdex<sup>®</sup>) in anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) therapy on disease stability and treatment intervals in eyes with neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD) and persistent disease activity and high treatment demand. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> This retrospective noncomparative multicenter longitudinal case series included pseudophakic eyes with nAMD and persistent retinal fluid despite regular anti-VEGF therapy (ranibizumab or aflibercept) that received at least 1 intravitreal Dex implant. Visual acuity, central retinal thickness (CRT), and intraocular pressure were recorded before, and after, the addition of Dex to anti-VEGF therapy. <b><i>Results:</i></b> Sixteen eyes of 16 patients met the inclusion criteria of persistent fluid despite anti-VEGF therapy, under treatment intervals of ≤7 weeks in 14 instances. Patients were 80.9 ± 7.4 years old and had received 25.5 ± 17.4 anti-VEGF injections before Dex over a period of 36.4 ± 21.9 months before switching. The treatment interval increased from 5.5 ± 3.2 weeks between the last anti-VEGF and first Dex injection to 11.7 ± 7.3 weeks thereafter (<i>P</i> = 0.022). CRT remained stable (385.3 ± 152.1, 383.9 ± 129.7, and 458.3 ± 155.2 μm before switching as well as 12 and 24 months after switching<i>; P</i> = 0.78 and <i>P</i> = 0.36, respectively). An insignificant mean short-term early increase in visual acuity was not sustained over time. <b><i>Conclusions:</i></b> The addition of Dex resulted in a relevant and sustained increase in treatment intervals, whereas CRT and visual acuity remained stable in these difficult-to-treat eyes. It may be discussed whether inflammation or other steroid-responsive factors play a significant role in cases of nAMD with nonsatisfactory responses to anti-VEGF.</p>","PeriodicalId":16689,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ocular Pharmacology and Therapeutics","volume":" ","pages":"361-369"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138830213","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Diagnostic Uses of Common Eye Drops.","authors":"Eugene Michael, Vidit Singh","doi":"10.1089/jop.2024.0017","DOIUrl":"10.1089/jop.2024.0017","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Medicated eye drops may have dual therapeutic and diagnostic uses that form part of the ophthalmic assessment paradigm. In this review article, commonly administered and prescribed eye drops were analyzed for their use as a diagnostic tool. It examines the common categories of eye drops-antimicrobial agents, topical anesthetics, mydriatics, and ocular anti-hypertensives, with respect to their therapeutic and diagnostic applications. Knowledge of the pharmacological effects of eye drops is an important aspect in performing clinical duties. Diagnostic tests by utilization of eye drops are safe, efficient, noninvasive, and informative to the eye care professional.</p>","PeriodicalId":16689,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ocular Pharmacology and Therapeutics","volume":" ","pages":"327-331"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140855575","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Corinna Galli, Elena Bastia, Douglas A Hubatsch, Carol Toris, Shan Fan, Andrea Unser, Feryan Ahmed, Karen Y Torrejon, Francesco Impagnatiello
{"title":"NCX 470 Reduces Intraocular Pressure More Effectively Than Lumigan in Dogs and Enhances Conventional and Uveoscleral Outflow in Non-Human Primates and Human Trabecular Meshwork/Schlemm's Canal Constructs.","authors":"Corinna Galli, Elena Bastia, Douglas A Hubatsch, Carol Toris, Shan Fan, Andrea Unser, Feryan Ahmed, Karen Y Torrejon, Francesco Impagnatiello","doi":"10.1089/jop.2023.0102","DOIUrl":"10.1089/jop.2023.0102","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Purpose:</i></b> To determine NCX 470 (0.1%) and Lumigan<sup>®</sup> (bimatoprost ophthalmic solution, 0.01%-LUM) intraocular pressure (IOP)-lowering activity after single or repeated (5 days) dosing along with changes in aqueous humor (AH) dynamics. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> Ocular hypotensive activity of NCX 470 and LUM was compared with vehicle (VEH) in Beagle dogs using TonoVet<sup>®</sup>. Non-human primates (NHP) and bioengineered three-dimensional (3D) human Trabecular Meshwork/Schlemm's Canal (HTM/HSC™) constructs exposed to transforming growth factor-<i>β</i>2 (TGF<i>β</i>2) were used to monitor NCX 470 and LUM-induced changes in AH dynamics. <b><i>Results:</i></b> NCX 470 (30 μL/eye) showed greater IOP reduction compared with LUM (30 μL/eye) following single AM dosing [maximum change from baseline (CFB<sub>max</sub>) = -1.39 ± 0.52, -6.33 ± 0.73, and -3.89 ± 0.66 mmHg (mean ± standard error of the mean) for VEH, NCX 470, and LUM, respectively]. Likewise, repeated 5 days daily dosing of NCX 470 resulted in lower IOP than LUM across the duration of the study (average IOP decrease across tests was -0.45 ± 0.22, -6.06 ± 0.15, and -3.60 ± 0.22 mmHg for VEH, NCX 470, and LUM, respectively). NCX 470 increased outflow facility (Cfl) <i>in vivo</i> in NHP (Cfl<sub>VEH</sub> = 0.37 ± 0.09 μL/min/mmHg and Cfl<sub>NCX470</sub> = 0.64 ± 0.17 μL/min/mmHg) as well as <i>in vitro</i> (C<sub>HTM/HSC</sub>) in HTM/HSC constructs (C<sub>HTM/HSC</sub>_<sub>VEH</sub> = 0.47 ± 0.02 μL/min/mm<sup>2</sup>/mmHg and C<sub>HTM/HSC</sub>_<sub>NCX470</sub> = 0.76 ± 0.03 μL/min/mm<sup>2</sup>/mmHg). In addition, NCX 470 increased uveoscleral outflow (Fu<sub>VEH</sub> = 0.62 ± 0.26 μL/min and Fu<sub>NCX470</sub> = 1.53 ± 0.39 μL/min with episcleral venous pressure of 15 mmHg) leaving unaltered aqueous flow (AHF<sub>VEH</sub> = 2.03 ± 0.22 μL/min and AHF<sub>NCX470</sub> = 1.93 ± 0.31 μL/min) in NHP. <b><i>Conclusions:</i></b> NCX 470 elicits greater IOP reduction than LUM following single or repeated dosing. Data in NHP and 3D-HTM/HSC constructs suggest that changes in Cfl and Fu account for the robust IOP-lowering effect of NCX 470.</p>","PeriodicalId":16689,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ocular Pharmacology and Therapeutics","volume":" ","pages":"389-396"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138805297","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Eyes on New Product Development.","authors":"Gary D Novack","doi":"10.1089/jop.2024.0083","DOIUrl":"10.1089/jop.2024.0083","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":16689,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ocular Pharmacology and Therapeutics","volume":" ","pages":"325-326"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141555068","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Hui Gim Khor, Pooi Wah Lott, Azida Juana Wan Ab Kadir, Sujaya Singh, Tajunisah Iqbal
{"title":"Review of Risk Factors and Complications of Anterior Migration of Ozurdex Implant: Lessons Learnt from the Previous Reports.","authors":"Hui Gim Khor, Pooi Wah Lott, Azida Juana Wan Ab Kadir, Sujaya Singh, Tajunisah Iqbal","doi":"10.1089/jop.2023.0012","DOIUrl":"10.1089/jop.2023.0012","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Purpose:</i></b> Ozurdex had shown promising anatomical and functional outcomes in managing refractory Irvine-Gass syndrome over the years. Burgeoning usage of Ozurdex has prompted the study of its related complications, particularly the anterior chamber migration of the implant. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> Literature reviews on the anterior chamber migration of the Ozurdex via PubMed, EBSCO, and TRIP databases were searched from 2012 to 2020. The predisposing factors, outcomes, and management of such cases were evaluated. <b><i>Results:</i></b> A total of 54 articles consisting of 105 cases of anterior migration of Ozurdex were included in this analysis. The vitrectomized eye and compromised posterior capsule were highly associated with this complication. About 81.9% of the cases had cornea edema upon presentation, with 31.4% of them ending up with cornea decompensation despite intervention. Although there was high intraocular pressure reported initially in 22 cases, only 2 cases required glaucoma filtration surgeries in which they had preexisting glaucoma. Numerous techniques of repositioning or surgical removal of the implant were described but they were challenging and the outcomes varied. <b><i>Conclusions:</i></b> A noninvasive method of manipulating the Ozurdex into the vitreous cavity via the \"Trendelenburg position, external pressure with head positioning\" maneuvers is safe yet achieves a favorable outcome. Precaution must be taken whenever offering Ozurdex to the high-risk eyes. Prompt repositioning or removal of the implant is crucial to deter cornea decompensation. Clinical Trial Registration number: NMRR-22-02092-S9X (from the Medical Research and Ethics Committee (MREC), Ministry of Health, Malaysia).</p>","PeriodicalId":16689,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ocular Pharmacology and Therapeutics","volume":" ","pages":"342-360"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10552017","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Shahid Husain, Elisabeth Obert, Sudha Singh, Gloriane Schnabolk
{"title":"Inhibition of HDAC1 and 3 in the Presence of Systemic Inflammation Reduces Retinal Degeneration in a Model of Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration.","authors":"Shahid Husain, Elisabeth Obert, Sudha Singh, Gloriane Schnabolk","doi":"10.1089/jop.2023.0163","DOIUrl":"10.1089/jop.2023.0163","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b><i>Purpose:</i></b> Previously, we identified increased retinal degeneration and cytokine response in a mouse model of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) in the presence of systemic inflammation from rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Histone deacetylases (HDACs) regulate cytokine production by reducing acetylation and are found to be dysregulated in inflammatory diseases, including RA and AMD. Therefore, this current study investigates the effect of HDAC inhibition on AMD progression in the presence of systemic inflammation. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> Collagen induced arthritis (CIA) was induced in C57BL6J mice, followed by sodium iodate (NaIO<sub>3</sub>)-induced retinal degeneration. Mice were treated with a selective HDAC class I inhibitor, MS-275, and retinal structure [optical coherence tomography (OCT)], function (electroretinography), and molecular changes quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR, Western Blot) were assessed. <b><i>Results:</i></b> NaIO<sub>3</sub> retinal damage was diminished in CIA mice treated with MS-275 (<i>P</i> ≤ 0.05). While no significant difference was observed in retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) function, a trend in increased c-wave amplitude was detected in CIA + NaIO<sub>3</sub> mice treated with MS-275. Finally, we identified decreased <i>Hdac1</i>, <i>Hdac3</i>, and <i>Cxcl9</i> expression in CIA + NaIO<sub>3</sub> mouse RPE/choroid when treated with MS-275 (<i>P</i> ≤ 0.05). <b><i>Conclusions:</i></b> Our data demonstrate that HDAC inhibition can reduce the additive effect of NaIO<sub>3</sub>-induced retinal degeneration in the presence of systemic inflammation by CIA as measured by OCT analysis. In addition, HDAC inhibition in CIA + NaIO<sub>3</sub> treated mice resulted in reduced cytokine production. These findings are highly innovative and provide additional support to the therapeutic potential of HDAC inhibitors for dry AMD treatment.</p>","PeriodicalId":16689,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ocular Pharmacology and Therapeutics","volume":" ","pages":"397-406"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11698676/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140866554","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}