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Asking For Self, Male 35, Lahore
I take sertraline for anxiety . does it have any effects on eye pressure? I use latanoprost eye drops as well.
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Sertraline and other SSRI have effects on glaucoma. In such conditions where antiglaucoma and anti anxiety drugs are mandatory should be in consultation with both psychiatrists and opthalmologist
Alprazolam and other benzodiazepine should not be taken in glaucoma particularly narrow angle one. If necessary than consult with consultant
Patient
Post Owner
they say I have high eye pressure. they didn't say I have glaucoma
4 years ago
Yes, you are right, high eye pressure is the major risk factor for glaucoma and the precautionary measures would be same as for glaucoma that's the reason your conditions be discussed with ophthalmologist for eye pressure and psychiatrist for anxiety and related medications
If you want to get permanent solution of anxiety then take appointment through marham for proper treatment
Yes it may dilate the pupil and affect some patients predisposed to closed angle or narrow angle glaucoma. It has to be used cautiously if the prescriber has no alternative.
Patient
Post Owner
is there any alternative to ssri and benzodiazepines for ocular hypertension patients?
4 years ago
Patient
Post Owner
what about alprazolam?
4 years ago