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The answer to your question will vary depending on the severity of your disease and the medications you are currently taking.
Here are some basic guidelines.
Most concerns with negative reactions to over the counter medications and glaucoma have to do with the risks of angle closure. OTC medications are mainly a risk to people who don't know they are at risk and pain relief medications available over the counter are less likely to be of concern than other medications such as Cold and Allergy medications. Short term pain relief from OTC medicines should offer no significant adverse reactions.
Some medications (cold and allergy meds) can counteract the effects of glaucoma medications, such as beta blockers and Alphagan.
Advil (ibuprofen) or aspirin are usually not a problem. In fact, aspirin may help by improving blood circulation and preventing strokes.
As with any on-line medical advise, please consult your doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible.
What else can I help you with?
With narrow angle glaucoma what cold medicines can you take?
nyquill
Why is Atropine contraindicated in patients pre-disposed to narrow angle glaucoma?
Atropine is contraindicated in patients predisposed to narrow-angle glaucoma because it can cause pupil dilation (mydriasis), which may lead to increased intraocular pressure. In narrow-angle glaucoma, the drainage angle of the eye is already compromised, and dilation can further obstruct the drainage of aqueous humor. This can precipitate an acute glaucoma attack, resulting in severe pain and potential vision loss. Therefore, alternatives that do not induce pupil dilation are preferred in these patients.
Atropine is contraindicated in what conditions?
Atropine is contraindicated in conditions such as glaucoma, particularly narrow-angle glaucoma, where it can increase intraocular pressure. It is also contraindicated in patients with myasthenia gravis, as it can exacerbate muscle weakness. Additionally, atropine should be avoided in cases of obstructive uropathy or gastrointestinal obstruction, where its anticholinergic effects could worsen the situation.
When should Benzodiazepines not be used?
Benzodiazepines should not be used in patients with psychosis, acute narrow-angle glaucoma, or liver disease.
What is the purpose of gonioscopy?
Gonioscopy, can distinguish between narrow-angle and open-angle glaucoma. A gonioscope, which is a hand-held contact lens with a mirror, allows visualization of the angle between the iris and the cornea.
What are the treatments for open-angle glaucoma?
For the treatement of open-angle glaucoma and other types of glaucoma please check: http://www.hfhut.com/glaucoma-the-silent-scourge
What are the treatments for open angle glaucoma?
For the treatement of open-angle glaucoma and other types of glaucoma please check: http://www.hfhut.com/glaucoma-the-silent-scourge
How common is acute angle glaucoma?
Acute angle glaucoma occurs in one in 1,000 individuals
What are alternatives to trabeculectomy?
Lasers are now used to treat both closed-angle and open-angle glaucoma. Peripheral iridectomy is used for people with acute angle-closure glaucoma attacks and chronic closed-angle glaucoma
What has the author James C Tsai written?
James C. Tsai has written: 'Medical management of glaucoma' -- subject(s): Angle-closure glaucoma, Diagnosis, Glaucoma, Open-angle glaucoma, Therapy
What is a rare form of open-angle glaucoma?
One rare form of open-angle glaucoma, normal tension glaucoma, is different. People with normal-tension glaucoma have optic nerve damage in the presence of normal IOP.
How do you treat closed-angle glaucoma?
iridectomy
