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Croney

(4,918 posts)
Sun Apr 11, 2021, 06:28 PM Apr 2021

Glaucoma drops that give you purple clown eyes, anybody?

My pressure was up so the dr switched me to Latanoprost, in addition to another drop I've always used, and now my eyes are encircled all around with purplish red coloring. I'll call the dr tomorrow but as I gaze in the mirror, I think I look like a waif on drugs.

They gave me a three-month supply; I was so happy about that. 😕

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ramblin_dave

(1,554 posts)
1. I've used Latanoprost for years, no problems
Sun Apr 11, 2021, 06:50 PM
Apr 2021

What other drug are you using, maybe check for interactions?

Yes, call doctor.

Croney

(4,918 posts)
2. Hmm, that's good to know.
Sun Apr 11, 2021, 06:55 PM
Apr 2021

Just Dorzolamide/Timolol, the other eye drop I've been on for years. No other meds. I must be allergic to an ingredient. I hope there is a good alternative. Thank you for your reply.

ramblin_dave

(1,554 posts)
11. The WebMD drug interaction checker doesn't show any problems
Sun Apr 11, 2021, 07:48 PM
Apr 2021
https://www.webmd.com/interaction-checker/default.htm

One of my cats was on Dorzolamide and it caused severe eyelid inflammation. So you never know how a drug will affect someone, human or animal.

multigraincracker

(33,999 posts)
3. I've been on it for 2 months
Sun Apr 11, 2021, 06:57 PM
Apr 2021

and no problems. My dad had glaucoma and the drops he took were wicked, that was years ago.
Good luck. I didn’t have it until I turned 71. Every one over 50 need regular check ups. There are no symptoms until it is way too late.

Croney

(4,918 posts)
4. So true! I'm 76 and I was diagnosed ten years ago.
Sun Apr 11, 2021, 07:04 PM
Apr 2021

Drops have kept my pressure under control. The dr will have to come up with a new plan.

Glad you're having no problems.

WheelWalker

(9,199 posts)
9. Latanoprost, Dorzolamide and Timolol. It'll soon be 20 years. POAG.
Sun Apr 11, 2021, 07:38 PM
Apr 2021

When it all began, pressures > 50 each eye. Drops have my current readings around 16-18.

Croney

(4,918 posts)
10. Wow! Your pressure was high. I'm glad it's under control
Sun Apr 11, 2021, 07:45 PM
Apr 2021

I don't remember what mine was to begin with, but drops have kept it 12-14 for years. Now it's gone up to 23, thus the new Latanoprost. I'll ask for a different one though, because I really do look scary. At least my mask covers the lower discoloration when I'm out in public.

WheelWalker

(9,199 posts)
6. Latanoprost is one of my 3 glaucoma drops. Used it since 2003.
Sun Apr 11, 2021, 07:33 PM
Apr 2021

They originally told me it might turn my blue eyes brown. Still waiting for that, LOL.

Croney

(4,918 posts)
8. You're the fourth person to say they have no problem with it.
Sun Apr 11, 2021, 07:37 PM
Apr 2021

This is reassuring; I'm glad I posted about it, even though I probably have to change my drops.

Rebl2

(14,602 posts)
12. I have
Sun Apr 11, 2021, 07:58 PM
Apr 2021

taken latanoprost for almost a year as well as Combigan and dorzolamide. Haven’t had a problem with any of them.

Croney

(4,918 posts)
13. Glad to hear it. Maybe I'll wake up tomorrow and my eyes
Sun Apr 11, 2021, 08:02 PM
Apr 2021

will be normal again. If not, I'll call.

RicROC

(1,224 posts)
14. discoloration
Sun Apr 11, 2021, 08:08 PM
Apr 2021

Any of the Prostaglandin drugs for Glaucoma, like Latanoprost, can cause blue eyes (iris) to turn brown and they can discolor the skin around the eyes.

I would share your concern with your doctor. The redness might just be a form of allergic reaction.

Croney

(4,918 posts)
15. That's what I'm thinking. If he says it will get better as I use it longer,
Sun Apr 11, 2021, 08:37 PM
Apr 2021

I'll do it. If not, we must seek an alternative. My daughter took a screenshot while we were on FaceTime, and sent it to me. I look like the grim reaper. Ah, if only I had his powers...

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