Can you tell me why some medicines are not safe for people with intraocular hypertension or glaucoma?
I am taking a cough medicine called Tussionex. I have noticed that it (among others) has a warning label for people with glaucoma. I have been monitored with intraocular hypertension for about a year now. Could this medicine hurt my eyesight?
Thanks for your advice.
Some meds will dilate the pupils just a bit, raising intraocular pressure. If you already have glaucoma, the increase could impair your vision, yes.