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Do ocd medicine effects eyesight
I have severe ocd I am talking clomapramine and prodep but I heard it tht it can make people blind I wear chashma for eye sight should I take those medicines
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Hi, these medicines are commonly used for OCD and are considered safe when taken under a psychiatrist’s supervision. They don't cause blindness.
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Hello,
Clomipramine and Prodep (Fluoxetine) are well-established and commonly used medications for OCD.
They do not cause blindness. Wearing glasses has absolutely no effect on whether you can safely take these medications.
The confusion likely comes from rare reports of blurry vision or dry eyes due to the anticholinergic effect of clomipramine- these symptoms are temporary, reversible, and not the same as losing eyesight.
These medicines are considered safe when taken under supervision and are among the most effective treatments for severe OCD.
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1. Continue the medications as prescribed unless your doctor advises otherwise.
2. If you notice new visual symptoms (blurred vision, eye pain), report them to your doctor- they are usually mild and manageable.
3. Do not stop the medicines suddenly, as this can worsen OCD symptoms.
4. Regular follow-ups with your psychiatrist will help adjust the dose safely and monitor any side effects.
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Dr. Rayees Ahmad Wani
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Srinagar
It doesn't cause blindness.
Take it under guidance of a psychiatrist.
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