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Medications and retinal toxicity.

Stephen G Schwartz1, William F Mieler

  • 1Department of Ophthalmology, Medical College of Virginia, Commonwealth University, 8th Floor, MCV Box 980262, 1101 E. Marshall Street, Richmond, VA 23298-0262, USA.

Ophthalmology Clinics of North America
|January 8, 2003
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Awareness of drug-induced retinal toxicity is crucial, as many common medications can affect vision. Always review systemic medications with patients experiencing retinal issues.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Pharmacology
  • Toxicology

Background:

  • Retinal toxicity is a known adverse effect of numerous medications.
  • Ophthalmologists and primary care physicians prescribe many drugs linked to retinal issues.
  • The growing number of available medications increases the potential for drug-related retinal toxicity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the association between systemic medications and retinal toxicity.
  • To emphasize the importance of medication review in diagnosing retinal disturbances.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of medications associated with retinal toxicity.
  • Clinical assessment of patients with retinal disturbances.

Main Results:

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  • Approximately three dozen medications are linked to retinal toxicity.
  • Commonly prescribed drugs like acetazolamide and latanoprost can cause retinal toxicity.
  • Systemic medications prescribed by primary care physicians also pose a risk.

Conclusions:

  • Physicians must inquire about systemic medication use when evaluating retinal problems.
  • Vigilance regarding drug-induced retinal toxicity is essential due to expanding pharmacopeia.