Sage-Tips

What blood pressure medications can cause blurred vision?

Meds That Might Affect Vision

• Alpha-blockers (for high blood pressure and enlarged prostate): Alfuzosin (Uroxatral and generic) and tamsulosin (Flomax and generic)
• Antibiotics: Ciprofloxacin (Cipro and generic)

Does blurry vision from medication go away?

Side effects include changes in color perception, blurred vision, eye pain and photophobia. Fortunately, side effects rarely occur (although they are more common among patients that take higher doses) and resolve once the patient stops taking the drug.

What can you do for blurry eyes?

You should call 911 or your local emergency services and get immediate medical attention if your blurred vision comes on suddenly and you have any of these symptoms: severe headache. difficulty speaking. loss of muscle control on one side of your body.

What can I take for blurry vision?

Depending on the cause of your blurry vision, these natural treatments and lifestyle changes might help you see more clearly:

• Rest and recovery.
• Lubricate the eyes.
• Improve air quality.
• Stop smoking.
• Avoid allergens.
• Take omega-3 fatty acids.
• Protect your eyes.
• Take vitamin A.

Is amlodipine a dangerous drug?

As with any medication, side effects are possible with amlodipine. Some of the most commonly reported ones include abdominal pain, drowsiness, and swelling or water retention. While most side effects of amlodipine are mild, some are potentially dangerous and require medical attention, such as chest pain, anxiety, or rapid weight gain.

How long to the side effects last after stopping amlodipine?

The half life is 30 hrs, so it would take around 7 days to be out of your system. Of course any side effects would be decreasing along with the medication decrease. Once its out of your body, you cannot be having side effects of the drug.

Does olanzapine cause blurred vision?

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking olanzapine: More common. Bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet. . change in vision. change in walking and balance. clumsiness or unsteadiness. difficulty with speaking.

Does valsartan cause blurred vision?

Diovan (valsartan) may cause blurred vision in some people, generally when blood pressure drops too low. Blurred vision is a reported side effect, although it affects only a small percent of patients taking Diovan.