Does famotidine contribute to glaucoma?
FEB 08, 2024
Question:
I take famotidine for acid indigestion and I'm taking drops for glaucoma. I have heard that famotidine may contribute to glaucoma and want to know if this is true.
Answer:
While it is unlikely that famotidine is definitively related to glaucoma, it does fall in the class of antihistamines (H2 Blocker) that may raise the risk of acute angle closure glaucoma for some people with narrow angles.
With glaucoma, each person's risk profile is unique, so it's best to discuss your medications with your ophthalmologist.. They can help determine which of your medications you can safely take and the ones you should avoid.
This question was originally answered on Sept. 28, 2015.