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Treatment of overactive bladder (OBA) with anti-cholinergic drugs and the risk of glaucoma

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Pages 419-421 | Published online: 02 Jul 2009
 

Summary

Overactive bladder (OAB) and glaucoma are prevalent and frequently co-exist, particularly in the elderly. Anti-cholinergic drugs are the cornerstone of medical management of OAB. There is a great deal of confusion about the safety of use of the anti-cholinergic medication regarding the risk of glaucoma. This review examines the pharmacological relationship of anti-cholinergic medications used to treat OAB and the various types of glaucoma.

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