Flecainide and cataract surgery

[Finvola]

Has anyone taking regular doses of Flecainide had cataract surgery? My surgeon talked about 'hollows' caused by Flecainide - this made the procedure a little more awkward. He wasn't concerned but I cannot find any references to this anywhere.

Anyone help please?

[BobD Volunteer]

Never heard of anything like that Finvola.

[Finvola in reply to BobD]

No - I knew Flec could cause eyesight difficulties and in some cases corneal spots but can find nothing about a structural effect. He said it wouldn't cause problems and wouldn't get worse. I see him soon for the second op and wanted to be ready to ask more questions.

[mrgwair567 in reply to Finvola]

Hi Finvola Sorry I can’t help ref Flecainide.

But I wish you well for your surgery!

Regards

Lynne x

[Finvola in reply to mrgwair567]

Thank you mrgwair. The effects of the first op were spectacular to say the least - colours vivid and the detail on everyday things was astounding. I didn't know porridge has so many shades - they disappear with the old eye. Winking wonderful!

[mrgwair567 in reply to Finvola]

The results are astounding aren’t they!!I have my second op in a few weeks time !

I’m so greatful for my new eyesight!

[Finvola in reply to mrgwair567]

I didn't really expect too much but it's been a revelation (pardon pun) and once the second op is over I can't wait to get back to painting again - in technicolour!!

Best wishes with your op too. xx

[Barbara72]

Sorry, can’t help Finvola but all the best for the op. I had a trabeculectomy a couple of years ago in both eyes to correct the pressure caused by my glaucoma, but it had no connection with my heart meds.

[Finvola in reply to Barbara72]

Thank you Barbara.

[Fastbeat]

I had cataract surgery both eyes 2018,had taken Flecanide for quite a few years but had stopped about a year before(nothing to do with eyes) no mention of any problem with having taken any meds.

[Finvola in reply to Fastbeat]

Thank you Fastbeat - it sounded to me like he had seen the effect often and was merely reporting on the detail of the first op - which he said was a total success.

[Fastbeat in reply to Finvola]

Success is all that matters

[Peterchubb]

Just had cataracts removed from both eyes with new single vision lenses inserted . Stunning results - I can now see where my golf shots land - something I haven't been able to do in years and driving is so much more enjoyable ! Have been on Flec for some years but my surgeon didnt report anything amiss - the only thing I forgot to do was not to take my daily dose of Irbesartan - apparently it can cause problems with the anaesthetic by taking the heart rate too low ! Enjoy the rest of your new life after the cataract surgery is finished .

[Finvola in reply to Peterchubb]

Thanks Peter - I can imagine the difference it makes for you, having experienced the massive improvement with just one eye done. Enjoy your golf and the new lease of sightlife.

[TenorJK]

I have been on Flecainide for over 10 years and had cataract and stent surgery in March didn’t even have to stop Warfarin and everything. Went fine Jo.

[Finvola in reply to TenorJK]

Thank you JK.

[jerseygirl49]

Hello Finvola, I'm wondering if you had your cataract surgery and how everything went? Having just searched the posts for Flecainide I see you were asking about it 3 months ago. My husband had surgery on both eyes - three weeks apart and has had terrible problems. I'm going to create another post to see if I can get some comments but from those who replied to you, it does sound as though others on this particular drug have not experienced any major problems. Best wishes.