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References

DOI: 10.1016/j.ophtha.2025.12.029

• Glaucoma medical management of the pregnant patient presents challenges with respect to balancing the risk of glaucoma progression against concerns for the safety of the fetus.
• Punctal occlusion should be emphasized when caring for patients who are pregnant or nursing and using glaucoma drop therapy.
• Beta-blockers tend to be used during pregnancy because there is long-term experience with this drug class.
• Brimonidine has a Pregnancy Category B rating.
• Laser trabeculoplasty surgery may be considered as an alternative or adjunct to medical therapy in select patients during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• In general, most ophthalmologists avoid the use of prostaglandins during pregnancy because of the theoretical risk of premature labor, but these medications may be considered for use in the breastfeeding mother.