Any one: There is only one type of glaucoma that can be worsened with over the counter sleep aids... A rare type called narrow angle glaucoma. More common forms of glaucoma are not affected by meds. But the bigger question is why you're taking sleep aids to begin with? Bad idea! in the long run, they will not help you. Better to seek help to diagnose the cause of your sleep disturbance. A family doc?
Answered 6/19/2015
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Depends on type: Most sleeping aides are acceptable for open angle glaucoma. The exceptions are individuals affected with narrow or closed angle glaucoma. Therefore your treating eye physician should inform you directly as to the type of glaucoma you have and what sleeping aides are permissible.
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