is it safe to take valeriun when one suffers with glaucoma?
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Obviously I am no doctor, so I would still recommend consulting a doctor or naturopath to be sure. Based on my research Valerian is a muscle relaxer that improves blood circulation. Both those attributes are shared by Ginko Biloba which is given to glaucoma patients to help with their eyesight. So not only can the Valerian help you sleep but it may even help your eyesight! I drink Valerian tea at night and it does not have any warning on the label. In fact the website I am siting even recommends Valerian to glaucoma patients to supplement their multi-vitamin mix for eyes. I learned something new from your question. Thank you!
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The answer to this is that yes it can probably happen.  You should probably stop reading right here and see a doctor, but since you probably want to know more before visting a doctor I have given an explanation of this phenomenon.\n\nIbuprofen and other NSAIDs are cox enzyme inhibitors.  Nonselective NSAIDs (Ibuprofen, Aspirin, Naproxen) inhibt both cox 1 and cox 2, while cox-2 specifc NSAIDs (Celebrex) inhibit only cox 2.  Cox 2 enzymes make prostaglandins, which is a class of compounds that do many things in many different places, including an involvement in the body's inflammatory repsonse mechanism.  Prostaglandins also have a function of reducing intraocular pressure in the eye.  \n\nIn one study of the cox 2 inhibitor Celebrex, intraocular pressure increased slightly, but not signifcantly enough for concern.  NSIADs seem not to display this effect, at least not as strongly generally, but medications can have rare side effects in a small group of people. \n\nI do not know how substantial this effect is, but your eyes are sensitive and very valuable organs.  You should see the doctor.
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I don't think so. I also had the PRK (the one that hurts so much) last summer and now I still do my high school sports like crosscountry, track and tennis. I'm feeling fine and after the many check ups, they say that you can do anything you want like reading, watching tv, and exercise. I don't think it will be harmful to the eyes at all.
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Not really - you could try Kalms or St Johns Wort - some say they work but never have for me.  If its that bad go and see your GP xx
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Valerian root is a very good choice for helping you sleep.  It is actually the plant that Valium is derived from.  You can get the capsules from any health food store or other herb supplier.  It doesn't work well with anxiety though. \nFor anxiety I would try St. John's Wort.  That is an all-natural anti-depressant and anti-anxiety herb.  This can also be picked up at the same places as Valerian Root.\nAs for dosages it will vary depending on your specific needs.  You can look at the suggested dosages and go from there.
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See an opthamologist or get a second opinion. Steroids should not be used in the eye for any long period of time. It may not be too late to reverse the effects..
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Kava kava, valerian root, alcohol, and benedryl all have sedative properties and may help.  use the alcohol in moderation.  otherwise you might consider a trial of lexapro or paxil although these are prescription only.
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to be safe, i would not take any herbs/supplements without talking to the doctor that prescribed the coumadin first... you'd be surprised at how much herbs/supplements interact negatively with prescribed medications
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No! I would try an herb before trying a dangerous medication.\n\nPassion flower (passiflora) is been shown to be very effective. It is on the GRAS list (generally recognized as safe) and can be taken in large quantities with no negative effects.\n\nIt is not really sedating, rather it is referred to as a hypnotic. It is also used as an anti-anxiety and been shown effective for epilepsy.
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Hi MakeEver\n\nHere is a testimonial and an idea on how to heal the issue.\n\nGlaucoma Disappears: I have a friend who had had eight major surgeries. She lived in constant pain, very seldom was she able to go places and her physician had told her their was nothing more they could do. \n\nShe went on Dr. Christopher's Three Day Cleanse and Mucusless Diet. She started on herbs to cleanse the colon,the blood Cayenne, Calc tea, Yucca AR, Herbal Eyebright, etc. In a matter of about three weeks, her pain was gone. She was able to start living again. In about 3 or 4 months her arthritis left her. \n\nShe had had glaucoma for 13 years. Her glaucoma medicine was making her ill, so she went to her eye specialist. He tested her and said there is not even a trace of glaucoma left. There is virtually no cure for glaucoma, how did you do it. Her reply was thru herbs and diet. She was told whatever it is, don't stop it. He took her off her glaucoma medication, and a special pair of glasses. She now tells me her eyes have improved so much that she can now watch TV without glasses, which she never before had done. She started on this program less than a year ago. Her dark brown eyes are now turning green. She has a ways yet to go, but she is really living again. She is a composer and this past holiday season, had a Christmas Album published. \n\n\nBest of health to both of you\n\nCheers
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Like most drugs, there will always be someone who can't tolerate it.  There are some people that develop bleeding problems when taking this medication.\n\nHowever, if you've had no problem with it and don't take a higher dosage than recommended or don't take it more often then recommended, it is safe.\n\nAs with any drug, if you abuse it, you will have problems with it.
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Yes, it leads to blindness.  I can only see out of one eye now due to excessive consumption during my youth.  If only Yahoo Answers had existed then!
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if you take care of your contacts, there shouldn't be any discomfort or side effects.  Every contact brand I have tried was ok.  I use the monthly ones, but i normally just wear them until they aren't comfortable any more.  They shouldn't fall out at all if you have the right RX for your eyes.
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It can be dangerous, yes.  It can trigger a dangerous drop in blood pressure and resulting dizziness and confusion, plus it can cause heart palpitations, shortness of breath, convulsions, and a number of other bad things.  In high enough doses it can be fatal.  However, a small dose, like the normal amount a patient with a heart condition might take,  in a healthy person isn't particularly dangerous, and will probably have no noticible effects.\n\nMedical attention should be sought if the person feels dizzy, short of breath, or has a rapid pulse.
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If you are responsible about it, none.\n\nSight effects may include: eye damage, leg pains, arm craps, sprained clicking finger, atrophe of every muscle in the body, refusal to leave the computer to urinate or defecate, retinal bleeding, nausea, indigestion, upset stomach, malnutrition, lowering of school grades, loss of job, and excommunication.\n\nComputers are not for everyone. Consult your doctor before use.\n\nPhAtM4N for more questions
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I am not a medical doctor, but I feel that your intuition is right. Since Lexapro is prescribed for depression there could be some conflict. Lexapro official site doesn't mention Valerian or Kava Kava, but I would suggest you check with your pharmacist.  He or she will know how Lexapro reacts with benzodiazepines which work similarly to Valerian, for example. I am not a pharmacist, but I feel that Valerian root might interfere with Lexapro, because, with prolonged use Valerian root tends to cause dependency and the known withdrawal symptoms resemble depression. As far as Kava Kava is concerned there is a warning and a ban on the products containing Kava Kava because it reportedly leads to a serious liver disfunction--August 2002, Federal Ministry of Health, Health Canada. I hope it helps.
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You can try a herbal product called Valerian. Actually valerian is what they use to make valium anyway. You may also want to try taking some B vitamins, they are good for strengthening freyed nerves.\nI hope this helped!