I've just had my first cataract done, great. using the drops given, but I need to start using sodium cromoglicate eye drops for my hay fever. Anyone know if its safe to do this, thanks.
I think it would be best to get advice from the surgeon that prescribed the post cataract drops to determine if there would be any interaction. On a quick check I found this statement at medicines org uk.
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“This formulation of Sodium Cromoglicate Eye Drops contains 0.1mg/ml (4.5 micrograms per dose) benzalkonium chloride as a preservative…Benzalkonium chloride has been reported to cause eye irritation, symptoms of dry eyes and may affect the tear film and corneal surface. Should be used with caution in dry eye patients and in patients where the cornea may be compromised.”
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I believe most post cataract antibiotic and steroid drops are preservative free, and this preservative may be an issue if the formulation of the specific drops you have contain it. In a standard cataract surgery the incision to remove the natural lens and insert the IOL is not sutured closed. It is just left as is to heal on its own. I would expect that until the incision heals the cornea would be considered compromised. Irritation and infection could be an issue.
Best check with s surgeon - I often find the pharmacist a very good source of learning about interactions between medications (more do than doctors often times.