Both men and women are using this type of medication for a variety of indications. Unfortunately, stopping medications such as Flomax preoperatively has not been effective at preventing IFIS, which can still occur even years after stopping the medication. IFIS can greatly increase operative time during cataract surgery and has been associated with increased risk of capsular rupture. Iris billowing and prolapse through incision openings further complicate the surgery. During cataract surgery, the pupil will often spontaneously undilate making surgery progressively more difficult to perform. In this condition, the smooth muscle dilator of the iris becomes affected, and the pupil will often not dilate well. While any of the medications in the above list can be associated with IFIS, including the herbal medication Saw Palmetto, Flomax has the highest risk. Medications Discussed Include: tamsulosin (Flomax ), Dutasteride (Avodart), Finasteride (Propecia - also used for male pattern baldness), Terazosin (Hytrin), Doxazosin (Cardura), Alfuzosin (Uroxatral), Saw Palmetto (herbal)Īlpha-blocker medications, and primarily tamsulosin (Flomax) have been associated with a condition which can occur during cataract surgery known as Intraoperative Floppy Iris Syndrome (IFIS). Alpha-1 blocker Medications for Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH) in Men and Bladder Problems in Women The list is organized alphabetically by the medication name or by the class of medication. Again, it is not meant to be a complete list of ocular medication side effects. The listing that follows discusses these more notable cases. However, certain medications have been found to have definite ocular side effects and may pose a risk to the eye or visual system.
If the listing of medication side effects is reviewed in a medication package insert or in a publication such as the PDR (Physicians Desk Reference), side effects such as "blurred vision" and "eye redness" are commonly mentioned. Medications that can Affect the Eye or Visual System This can include emergency room treatment, as well as treatment by a medical physician or eyecare provider. In the case of any eye problem, seek medical attention promptly. A misdiagnosed or improperly treated eye condition can result in a permanent loss of vision, or a permanent loss of function of the eye or visual system. All possible diagnoses and treatment options are not covered, and the information discussed should not be taken as a recommendation to self-diagnose and self-treat a condition.
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Please Note: These sections are not intended to replace the professional examination and diagnosis by a physician, and they are presented here purely for informational purposes.
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