A Rare Case of Topiramate Induced Secondary Acute Angle Closure Glaucoma
Secondary Acute Angle Closure Glaucoma (AACG) is a known side effect of Topiramate (TPM). Here, we present a case report of a 47-year-old male who was started on TPM 25 mg/day for migraine. He presented to the ophthalmology department of our hospital with sudden blurring of vision and colored halo...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited
2017-06-01
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Series: | Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research |
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Online Access: | https://jcdr.net/articles/PDF/10052/28093_CE(RA1)_F(T)_PF(VJ_VTNE)_PFA(PNE).pdf |
Summary: | Secondary Acute Angle Closure Glaucoma (AACG) is a known side effect of Topiramate (TPM). Here, we present a case report
of a 47-year-old male who was started on TPM 25 mg/day for migraine. He presented to the ophthalmology department of our
hospital with sudden blurring of vision and colored halos after one day of starting TPM. A high index of suspicion, followed by
appropriate investigations and prompt management that helped to manage TPM induced bilateral AACG with quick and complete
visual recovery. |
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ISSN: | 2249-782X 0973-709X |