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Saturday, October 17, 2026● Updated 6:00 AM ET
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FDA approves an eye drop to help with age-related near vision

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Ryzumvi, a phentolamine drop already used to reverse eye dilation, is now approved for presbyopia in adults. It works by making the pupil smaller. A launch date hasn't been announced; ask your eye doctor if it's right for you.

Source: Ophthalmology Times

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