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An optometrist is licensed to provide glasses and contacts. You will need a doctor to write the prescription for Restasis, an suppressant for the eye. An ophthalmologist can prescribe medications.
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∙ 8y ago
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∙ 8y agoIn many states, including the one where I live (Louisiana), optometrists have been allowed to write prescriptions for certain medications such as antibiotic eye ointments and drops since the early 1990's. But since they are not medical doctors, they are limited as to what medications they can write prescriptions for. For example, they cannot write prescriptions for narcotics, blood pressure medications, oral antibiotics, etc. But as for Restasis, you can ask your optometrist, who will tell you if you need to see an ophthalmologist for it since they are medical doctors.
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∙ 14y agoOptometrists can write prescriptions. They are typically for medicines related to eye diseases and for corrective lenses.
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Can restasis eye drops gentamicin drops be used at the same time?
Yes they can, but a period of at least 15 minutes between the drops is advisable
Where can US residents order contact lenses online without prescription verification if you already know your prescription information?
It is illegal to sell or obtain prescription items without a proper prescription.
How do you find out what your eye prescription is?
When you have had your eyes examined/tested, ask for a copy of the prescription.
What does visual acuity mean?
The term visual acuity means to have a sharpness of vision by measuring their ability to read letters from a distance. Optometrists do this when testing someone for glasses.
What does a low vision eye doctor do?
Low vision "eye doctors" are also referred to as low vision specialists and low vision optometrists. They are optometrists who specialize in working with those who suffer from low vision, especially macular degeneration Most of their works centers around finding magnification solutions to help those with the disease. Solutions can include specialized lenses, off the shelf magnifiers and CCTVs.
Do eye specialists write eyeglass precriptions?
Optometrists and Ophthalmologists write eyeglass prescriptions. You receive the prescription from one of those specialists, and then take it to an Optician, who will assemble the glasses. An Optician cannot write eyeglass prescriptions.
Are optometrists allowed to dispense prescriptions for medicine?
Optometrists do have limited prescription privileges. Optometrists received O.D. or Doctor of Optometry degrees from accredited optometry schools rather then medical schools, so they do not have full prescription license. They are allowed to write prescriptions for medications to treat certain eye diseases as well as prescriptions for corrective eyewear, including contact lenses and spectacles They can prescribe only externally applied medicines in most states. For example, if you have pink eye, they can prescribe antibiotic eye drops.
Will a doctor write a prescription for a wheelchair?
If it is clinically indicated, a doctor will write a prescription for a wheelchair.
What professionals are qualified to diagnose and monitor cataracts?
Both ophthalmologists and optometrists may detect and monitor cataract growth and prescribe prescription lenses for visual deficits.
Can a certified rn anesthetist write a prescription?
No. Only a licensed medical doctor can write a prescription.
When was College of Optometrists created?
College of Optometrists was created in 1980.
Does any site rate optometrists?
Optometrists.org is a website that provide ratings on optometrists. They also have a directory to find optometrists in your area.
Who is the blonde in the Restasis commercial?
Shannon Stone
How much do optometrists earn?
salaried Optometrists about 80K, Independent Optometrists up to 500K+ with a successful practice. The average closer to around 90K.
Are you allowed to write on a prescription?
In the UK you must not write anything on the front of the prescription, however when you collect the prescription from the Chemist you will be expected to confirm certain details in writing and sign the reverse.
What does sig on prescription mean?
Sig is an abbreviation of Signa, the latin word meaning "to write." This is the designation for how the medication should be taken and is written on the prescription as directions.
Can an audiologist with an AuD write a prescription?
No.
