Keratoconus
What is Keratoconus?
Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease that affects the structure of the cornea; it gradually thins and bulges outward into a cone shape. Symptoms include permanent vision loss, blurry vision, distorted vision, and light sensitivity.
Treatments for Keratoconus include surgery, specialized contact lenses, and medication. Surgeries used to treat it include corneal cross-linking, corneal ring implants, and corneal transplantation. Medications in the photoenhancer drug class are commonly used for treatment.
Popular Keratoconus Drugs
Note: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.
Keratoconus: Drug Classes
Keratoconus drugs are grouped into the following classes based on how they work:
Photoenhancers are used to treat visual distortions including astigmatism and myopia as well as certain skin conditions. They are used with UV light to strengthen the cornea to prevent further progression and distortion.
Learn about Photoenhancers