Psychotropics can have ocular adverse events, which are negative effects on the eyes and vision. Some common ocular adverse events associated with psychotropics include:
- Dry eyes: Many psychotropics can cause dry eyes, which can lead to itching, burning, and discomfort.
- Blurred vision: Some psychotropics can cause blurred vision, which can be temporary or permanent.
- Light sensitivity: Some psychotropics can cause light sensitivity, which can make it difficult to see in bright light.
- Nystagmus: Nystagmus is an involuntary eye movement that can be caused by certain psychotropics.
- Accommodation disorders: Some psychotropics can cause accommodation disorders, which can make it difficult to focus the eyes.
- Glaucoma: Some psychotropics can increase the risk of developing glaucoma, a condition that can cause vision loss.
It’s important to note that not all psychotropics will cause ocular adverse events and that the severity and frequency of these events can vary from person to person.
This lecture series will summarize this clinically relevant topic in the following 15 chapters: