Lens Implant Surgery Side Effects Include Risk of Cataracts, Pressure Around Eyes: Study
The findings of a new study suggest that lens implant surgery can significantly increase the risk of cataracts and elevated eye pressure.
Tag Archives: Cataract
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Daily Lipitor, Crestor or Other Statin Use May Increase Cataract Risk: Study
A new study suggests that daily use of drugs like Lipitor and Crestor can significantly increase the risk of developing cataracts which require eye surgery.
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Study Identifies Potential Risk of Cataracts with Lipitor, Zocor, Other Statins
Popular cholesterol drugs such as Lipitor and Crestor may increase the risk of developing cataracts, according to a new study.
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Kalydeco Side Effects May Increase Risk of Child Cataracts: FDA
Children taking the cystic fibrosis drug Kalydeco may face an increased risk of developing cataracts, according to federal drug regulators.
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Cataract Surgery Problems With TASS Result in FDA Monitoring Program
Federal health officials have announced a new monitoring program for problems with cataract surgery, aimed at preventing a rare, inflammatory condition linked to contaminated medical devices.
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No Benefit Seen in St. John’s Wort for Treatment of IBS: Study
The results of a new study indicate that St. John’s wort, an herbal remedy often used to treat depression, does not have the same beneficial effects on the treatment of…
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St. John’s Wort Use Linked to Cataracts: Study
According to new research, use of the herbal remedy St. John’s wort, which is commonly used as a natural treatment for depression, has been associated with the development of cataracts…
