Tag: intraocular pressure


  • Statin Use and Glaucoma Risk: Ocular Hypertension May Follow Long-Term Therapy

    Statin Use and Glaucoma Risk: Ocular Hypertension May Follow Long-Term Therapy

    Overview: Statins and Eye Health Statins are widely prescribed to manage high cholesterol and reduce cardiovascular risk. However, emerging findings suggest a potential connection between statin use and certain eye conditions, notably ocular hypertension and primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG). This association appears strongest among individuals with hyperlipidemia and tends to become more evident with longer…