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Glaucoma and Beta Blockers

fillygal

fillygal

Warren Scout
Hi folks

Could I ask your help to see if anyone has any experience of Beta blockers for Glaucoma in bunnies - my bunny has had this condition for some time now and his IOP can vary considerably - last check was near normal - today levels have spiked to above 30 IOP for both eyes - so far there is no ulceration to either eye - he has been on Azopt for more than 12 months but it has been suggested to try a Beta Blocker along side but I am worried about the side effects of this as my bunny is an elder guy and has had statis history.

Any help would be really appreciated.

Thanks bunny folks
 
I have never had a Rabbit prescribed Beta blockers, a concern I would have is the potential for them to effect the Rabbit's heart rate :?
 
Jack's-Jane said:
I have never had a Rabbit prescribed Beta blockers, a concern I would have is the potential for them to effect the Rabbit's heart rate :?
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Thanks Jane, have been reading some internet reportage on opthalmic Beta blockers and I will chat to his specialist a bit more on next visit if he levels remain high but not really liking the possible side effects at the moment.
 
fillygal said:
Thanks Jane, have been reading some internet reportage on opthalmic Beta blockers and I will chat to his specialist a bit more on next visit if he levels remain high but not really liking the possible side effects at the moment.
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I would be interested to hear what the specialist says. It's always good to learn something new xx
 
fillygal said:
Thanks Jane, have been reading some internet reportage on opthalmic Beta blockers and I will chat to his specialist a bit more on next visit if he levels remain high but not really liking the possible side effects at the moment.
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I wish you good luck with this :thumb:

Santa has in the past had some extremely helpful information for eye problems - it might be worth PM-ing her?
 
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