It appears that a popular prostate drug that contains something called Alpha Blockers, may cause complications for surgeries in men with cataracts.  The problem can be rectified by the  man telling the doctor that he takes a prostate drug before the doctor operates on the eyes. 

The problem results from an apparent link between taking an Alpha Blocker and a weakening of the part of the eye called the iris, or a muscle that is contained within the iris.  The iris is actually the part of the eye that gives our eyes it’s color.

Because of this weakening of a muscle within the iris, during a surgery to help correct cataracts, if there is any movement whatsoever, caused by this muscle which can kind of “flap” around, it very well may cause injury to the eye, since movement can cause the surgery to be a failure.

Prostate health drugs such as the popular Flomax are an example of such a drug where extra prudence may be in order for men getting surgeries on the eye, just to prevent any complications, it would always be a good idea to tell your doctor if you are on a prostate health supplement or prostate health drug, just to be on the safe side. 

Your doctor should know of any extra cautions to be taken when you disclose this potentially vital information.