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I take paxil (paroxetine) but i have glaucoma in one eye, should i stop taking it? i also take clonazepam.

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See edit: I assume you have chronic open angle glaucoma which manifests as visual loss? Paxil has a rare adverse reaction in its side effect profile termed "closed angle" glaucoma which manifests as a painful red eye. If you have a history of closed angle glaucoma ask your physician before taking paxil (paroxetine).

Answered 4/16/2014

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See you doctor: In some patients with a certain eye anatomy, the class of anti-depressants that includes Paxil (paroxetine) can cause a sudden elevation in eye pressure. Your ophthlalmologist can easily assess if you are at risk.

Answered 6/30/2014

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