Archive for August, 2009
Beta-Blockers and Cataracts
I came across two articles regarding a study published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology about beta-blockers and cataracts. The study suggests an increased risk of cataract formation with the use of beta-blockers. The first article is from Drugs.com: “Australian researchers are reporting a possible link between widely used beta-blocker drugs and an increased risk [...]
Drug-releasing Contact Lenses More Effective than Eyedrops
New drug-releasing contact lenses ensure glaucoma patients and others get correct and consistent dosages of medication.