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Can eye drops with beta blocker in them cause depression?

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Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

Theoretically you: might absorb some of the beta blocker systemically but it is unlikely that it would be a sufficient amount to cause any appreciable side effects including depression.

Dr Nelson agreed

Answered 12/3/2017

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