Medicine For Glaucoma

Do other glaucoma patients run out of Lumigan much quicker than their other eye drops? ## Hello people. notice I am new to the privileges of using this Interweb. More to the point, I am also new to the awareness of and treatments for my "inherent wide-angle Glaucoma". The (use before bedtime eye-drops Latanoprost) was RX dispensed in a teensy container. One drop in each eye daily and ALWAYS empties 5-7 days after it is opened. This container ALWAYS shows 1-2 more applications remaining in the container which; so far, I can't get out. This container is $101.93. The label "claims" to hold 29 days of doses. This IS mathematically impossible by my understanding. This fact being ALSO supported by several lucid and perplexed medical professionals. I am relieved to read ano...

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The human eye is an organ which reacts to light for several purposes. As a conscious sense organ, the mammalian eye allows vision. Rod and cone cells in the retina allow conscious light perception and vision including color differentiation and the perception of depth. The human eye can distinguish about 10 million colors.[1] In common with the eyes of other mammals, the human eye's non-image-forming photosensitive ganglion cells in the retina receive the light signals which affect adjustment ...

I have been on Prozac for the last 25 + years and now I have glaucoma. Is it possible that the Prozac caused it? ## Glaucoma has been known to be a rare side effect of Prozac, but there's no way to be certain if it actually caused yours. The FDA lists other side effects as possibly including anorexia, memory impairment, dry mouth, and headache. Does your doctor think there may be a connection?

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I have been using Nasonex for several weeks from july thru november 2012. Early in october I started having some problem at right eyes. Today, 9 january 2013 I have been diagnosed cataratta in both eyes and glaucoma caused by cortisone ## It is warned about as a possible side effect with using Nasonex. Learn more Nasonex details here. I am very sorry that it has happened to you. There have been quite a few posts from people that have all experienced the same thing. Do you know what your treatment options are, yet?

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Is it okay to take Rumiqoun N.F. If you have glaucoma? ## Rumoquin NF contains Dexamethasone, Methocarbamol, and Pheylbutazone. The Dexamethasone is a steroid class medication, and it has been known to cause glaucoma in some people, since one of its side effects is increased ocular pressure, according to FDA reports. However, it can be taken by someone with glaucoma, if their doctor approves, and is monitoring them regularly, in which case the lowest possible effective dose should be used. Other side effects may include nausea, dizziness, sedation, mood changes, and weight changes. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I was having acute cough problem for the last three weeks. The doctor suggested me Advent (BD), Thioasthaline (TID), Ambrolite syrup (TID) and prescribed complete haemogram, FBS and chest X-ray (PA) for further diagnosis. As per the doctor, the blood report was OK, except there were slight increase in eisnofil and ESR sedimentation rate and the X-ray report was also stated to be OK. However, the doctor added Defcort 24 mg to the above medication. I am having open angle glaucoma, I therefore want to know whether defcort should be avoided. ## I am having cough for last 5 weeks, have taken course of antibiotics and rotohaler 400 along with some cough expectorants, now my doctor have given me Defcort 30 and LCF syrup.... after 1st dose of Defcort this morning in less than 1 hrs, i feel extr...

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Can eyes become sensitive to light after laser surgery for glaucoma? How long does the sensitivity last? Are there any other side effects from laser surgery to eyes? ## Any procedure carries the risk of causing side effects. The FDA includes light sensitivity among them, as well as eye pain, stinging, and tearing. Did your surgeon not provide you with any details on the possible side effects, or risks? Did they provide you with any special instructions for aftercare? Are you on any medications? Can you please post back with more details, so I can research this more for you? Thanks!

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My (inherent) wide-angle glaucoma was diagnosed by a kind man, my Optician. His body language guarded, he searched for someone along with me, to break bad news, noting irreversible damage. I'd rapidly lost by failure to account for 30% of my adult vision. Being without all/any treatment for the Glaucoma for about twenty agonizing months. Indicating that I begin using Xalatan "one drop in each eye before bed daily." Adding "If I used more drops that it would not help my situation." I believe I disagree yet without power to convince. Factually; for whatever reason, I DO enjoy relief from pain, headache, visible swelling, (iop?) when that prescribed amount is readministered 8 or 12 hours again later (BID). I experienced marked relief; well, what and why the discussion? ...

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is fluticasone or nasonex contraindicated w/severe glaucoma or cataracts ## The medication Fluticasone "is not" contraindicated in patients with either of those conditions; however Nasonex "IS" contraindicated in patients with BOTH of those conditions. Here is a complete list of Nasonex's contraindications: acne rosacea acne vulgaris nasal septal perforation nasal surgery nasal trauma ophthalmic administration perioral dermatitis status asthmaticus abrupt discontinuation asthma breast-feeding cataracts children corticosteroid hypersensitivity Cushing’s syndrome diabetes mellitus elderly fungal infection glaucoma herpes infection hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) suppression increased intracranial pressure infection measles occlusive dressing ocu...

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Is is safe to take REMTyme sleeping pills if you have glaucoma? ## RemTyme is a natural supplement said to help with problems sleeping. It contains L-Theanine, Melatonin, Magnesium, Chamomile, Passion Flower, Lemon Balm and Hops. That said, since it is a supplement, rather than a medication, its side effects and interactions with other medications and medical conditions have not been studied. Have you consulted your doctor on wether or not it is safe for you to use? ## Can you trust anyone that doesn't even know how to spell "weather"? ## My friend, wether (mis-spelt) or weather (climate) as you spelt it in your written comment, "can you trust someone who cannot spell weather", is actually WHETHER - which means "whether or not". - sorry!

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I have been taking Xyzal (levocetirizine dihydrochloride) along with ornidazole 500mg + ofloxacin 200mg for four days now to treat a UTI. I have also been on diamox and slow-k., along with drulatan and brimopress eye drops for my open-angle glaucoma. However, my eye pressure just keeps increasing since I started the treatment for the urinary tract infection. Could any of the antibiotics or the levocetirizine be causing it? Thanks.

Is it safe to use Hydroxyzine when you have open angle glaucoma? If not, what medicine can I use that will help me with my allergies and allow me to sleep at the same time? I'm also trying to wean off Clonazepam because I got my self hooked on 0.5 mg every night and not I can sleep if I don't take Clonazepam. Any advice, please ## I didn't find any warnings about not being able to take it with open angle Glaucoma. Ref: Hydroxyzine Information However, it isn't recommended if you are over 65 years of age, due to possibly being more susceptible to its side effects, which may include drowsiness, dizziness, and sedation. If someone is a senior, there are other medications they can take that treat the same conditions, and are considered safer. As to the Clonazepam, it is well...

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May I know use of Predmet 8? I am suffering by neck and left hand pain, so please suggest me is this medicine is right for me? Thank you. ## According to CIMS, Predment is a brand of Methylprednisolone from India. This is a corticosteroid drug used in treating a wide variety of conditions, including pain and inflammation which you are reporting. The Methylprednisolone Details page states: " Long-term use of methylprednisolone, as with all corticosteroids, can be associated with hyperglycemia, decreased resistance to infection, swelling of face, weight gain, congestive cardiac insufficiency, fluid and sodium retention, edema, hypertension, increased eye pressure, glaucoma, osteoporosis, and psychosis, especially when used at high doses. The most serious side effect occurs after the a...

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Decongestant/Anti-histamine ## What are the contents & actions of this drug? Thank You! ## information about SYMDEX-D ## Symdex-D is for what purpose? ## Symdex D contains the active ingredient Phenylpropanolamine, which is used as a decongestant. Some of the most common side effects include: nausea and drowsiness. You can read more about this medication here: Is there anything else I can help you with? ## I've been suffering from congestion for a long time. I was told to try Symdex-D to decongest. How many times a day should I take it? ## Once a day for 4 days 1hour before bedtime. ## Can I use symdex-d together with solmux? Is it safe for me to take those two meds at the same time? ## My husband has sinosis and it just so happened that he experienced blurry vision (glaucoma) f...

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CAN'T TELL YET HOW WELL IT'S WORKING FOR THE MIGRAINES, BUT SIDE EFFECTS ARE BLURRED VISION & EXACERBATION OF PARKINSON-LIKE SYMPTOMS, ESP. LOSS OF BALANCE. ## I don't know how old you are, but my doctor wants me to start Cymbalta for Fibromyalgia pain. BUT since I possibly could have Glaucoma, I can't start taking it as it will cause me to go blind if I have one of the two kinds of Glaucoma, which is wet or dry type. I will have a better diagnosis in October...but just make sure you have your eyes checked before taking Cymbalta!!! ## Cymbalta contains the active ingredient Duloxetine, it is an antidepressant that has also been known to help with some types of pain. Other side effects may include nausea, dizziness, high blood pressure, heartburn. As NAC stated, you s...

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My Dr. has prescribed Nuroday Tablet once a day for my Osteoarthritis problem due to deficiency of Vitamin B12, as well as Dr. also advised to take FOSAVANCE Tablet once a week. I am also a patient of Glaucoma. I have already lost one eye vision. So I would like to know the benefit for uses this Tablet. Moreover my present age is70 years.

what otc eye drops are available to lower eye presure ## list otc eye drops for lowering presure and/or glaucoma ## I'm sorry, but there aren't any over the counter products to treat such a condition. Due to the very nature of the medications used, there are some significant risks associated with them, so they require a doctor's approval and prescription. Learn more glaucoma details here. If you're having trouble affording the medications you need, I can check for you to see if there are any assistance programs available to help. Can you post back with more details, please?

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Netarsudil Dimesylate

Netarsudil, sold under the brand name Rhopressa among others, is a medication for the treatment of glaucoma.[1][2][3] In the United States, in December 2017, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a 0.02% ophthalmic solution for the lowering of elevated intraocular pressure in people with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.[4][5] The European Medicines Agency approved it in 2019 for the same uses...

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Netarsudil, sold under the brand name Rhopressa among others, is a medication for the treatment of glaucoma.[1][2][3] In the United States, in December 2017, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a 0.02% ophthalmic solution for the lowering of elevated intraocular pressure in people with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.[4][5] The European Medicines Agency approved it in 2019 for the same uses...

what is the name of this drug?what specific eye condition is this drug contraindicated?what may result if this medicine is taken with MAO inhibitors? ## A similar question was asked, before. However, I am unable to find any contraindications listing that it shouldn't be used with any eye condition. The only thing I can guess on that is that since it is a stimulant, it can raise blood pressure and have other stimulating effects on the body. In the case of someone with glaucoma, the pressure balance in the eye is off and this may make it worse. It cannot be taken with MAOIs or within a few weeks of using them, because it can increase the plasma concentrations of those drugs, which could lead to toxic levels of them in the body. As to the name, it is exactly what you posted, the trade ...

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