Drug Causes of cataract
Following drugs can lead to the formation of cataract.
Cortiosteroids - (e.g. Wysolone etc.,) Drugs which, are used to treat conditions such as Bronchial Asthma, Rheumatoid arthritis etc.,
1. Phenothiazines
Used in the treatment of psychiatric disorders.
2. Amiodorone
Drug used in the treatment of certain heart ailments (arrhythmias). These are rarely visually significant.
3. Following trauma
Blind injuries, penetrating injuries and radiation exposure can cause cataract. Ionizing radiation in the X-Ray range can rarely cause cataracts. UV radiation is an important factor in the tropical countries.
4. Metabolic causes
Diabetes Mellitus
