Tag: Eyes

Up to 50% of patients using the scopolamine transdermal patch for motion sickness report dry mouth, but a lesser-known effect is what does anticholinergic do to the eyes?. These drugs block the action of acetylcholine, a key neurotransmitter, leading to distinct ocular changes.

Intraoperative floppy iris syndrome (IFIS) is a newly described small pupil syndrome that appears to be associated with the use of a medication that is commonly used in the elderly male population, specifically the alpha-blocker Flomax (tamsulosin). Patients should be aware of this potential eye complication, particularly if they are considering or preparing for cataract surgery.