Publications by authors named "Bruce E Silverstein"

Purpose: To assess the safety and efficacy of a 0.38% submicron formulation of loteprednol etabonate (LE) gel for the treatment of postoperative inflammation and pain after cataract surgery.

Setting: Forty-five United States ophthalmology practices.

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Background: The purpose of this study was to determine the efficacy of besifloxacin ophthalmic suspension 0.6% when used in the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis infections due to Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

Methods: We undertook a post hoc analysis of clinical outcomes in patients with bacterial conjunctivitis due to P.

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Background And Objective: Besifloxacin ophthalmic suspension 0.6% given thrice daily for 5 days is safe and effective in the treatment of patients with bacterial conjunctivitis. This study evaluated the safety and efficacy of besifloxacin ophthalmic suspension 0.

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Background: Besifloxacin is a topical fluoroquinolone with potent in vitro activity against a broad spectrum of ocular pathogens, including drug-resistant strains. Besifloxacin ophthalmic suspension 0.6% given 3 times daily for 5 days has been reported to be more effective than its vehicle in the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis.

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