Dimmer Vision
Users on Reddit have reported a range of vision-related experiences while on GLP-1 medications, with at least one user specifically describing dimmer vision.
Experiences with Dimmer Vision and Other Vision Issues:
In response to the above user, another individual shared that two of their co-workers on Wegovy (a GLP-1 medication) experienced "floaters, inability to focus on objects, and blurred vision. " These individuals could no longer wear their contacts. [2]
Other users have reported more general worsening of eyesight. One person mentioned that while on Liraglutide, their "eyesight got a lot worse," though they also noted this "might be coincidence. "[3]
Another user reported that after two months on Zepbound, their "vision went to shit, where it was excellent…I have been off it for a year and started using glasses and. It seems like it’s still getting worse. "[4]
Some users expressed concern about serious vision issues like NAION (Non-Arteritic Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy) after hearing reports, though they had not personally experienced it. [5]
Conversely, one user with pre-existing blurriness due to high blood sugar reported "zero problems at all since starting" their GLP-1 medication, indicating an improvement in their specific case. [6]
Remedies and Preventions Recommended:
The primary recommendation for vision issues, including dimmer vision, that can be inferred from user experiences is to seek professional medical attention.
The user whose vision "went to shit" started using glasses and expressed ongoing concern, implying the need for continued medical monitoring. [4]
No specific home remedies or user-recommended prevention strategies for dimmer vision or other GLP-1 related vision problems were explicitly detailed in the provided data, beyond consulting with healthcare professionals.
Experiences with Dimmer Vision and Other Vision Issues:
- One user detailed their experience with dimmer vision, stating, "When I started paying attention i noticed that things were slightly dimmer in that eye and I would have trouble with things that are similar contrast (light switches) for a second or two if my good eye was covered.
Remedies and Preventions Recommended:
The primary recommendation for vision issues, including dimmer vision, that can be inferred from user experiences is to seek professional medical attention.
- The co-workers experiencing vision problems "have been to ophthalmologists.
No specific home remedies or user-recommended prevention strategies for dimmer vision or other GLP-1 related vision problems were explicitly detailed in the provided data, beyond consulting with healthcare professionals.