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About Pilocar 1% Eye Drop

PILOCARPINE belongs to 'ophthalmic medication' used to treat raised pressure in the eye in conditions such as open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. PILOCARPINE also used for prevention of postoperative elevated IOP associated with laser surgery and the induction of miosis (excessive constriction (shrinking) of the pupil of the eye). Ocular hypertension is a condition in which the eye's pressure is higher than normal due to poor drainage of the aqueous humour (fluid inside the eye). Glaucoma is an eye disease in which the optic nerve is damaged due to abnormally high pressure inside the eye. If this condition is left untreated, it can lead to permanent vision loss.

PILOCARPINE contains Pilocarpine. Pilocarpine is a cholinergic agonist and works by draining the excess fluid from the eye, thereby reducing pressure. PILOCARPINE should be used only in the infected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided.

Uses of Pilocar 1% Eye Drop

• The reduction of elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension
• The management of acute angle-closure glaucoma
• The prevention of postoperative elevated IOP associated with laser surgery
• The induction of miosis (excessive constriction (shrinking) of the pupil of the eye)

Medicinal Benefits of Pilocar 1% Eye Drop

PILOCARPINE is used to reduce pressure inside the eye. It decreases the fluid production in the eye and increases the natural flow of fluid from inside the eye into the bloodstream.  These effects help to decrease the pressure and swelling inside the eye. It helps to improve vision and prevent the complications of open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.

Directions for Use

Ophthalmic pilocarpine comes in a solution (liquid) and gel forms. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully. The eye drops are usually instilled two to four times daily. The gel is usually applied once daily at bedtime. Use pilocarpine eye drops and eye gel exactly as directed. Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Note: Do not touch the tip of the dropper as it may contaminate the contents. Do not place the tip directly into the eye while instilling the drop. If the dropper touches the eye, immediately squeeze two to three drops onto the tissue and wipe the dropper’s tip.

Side Effects of Pilocar 1% Eye Drop

• Headache/brow ache
• Accommodative change
• Eye irritation
• Eye pain
• Blurred vision, and/or visual impairment.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

It is not recommended to take PILOCARPINE if you are allergic to any contents of it. PILOCARPINE should not be used in patients with a medical history of eye problems such as pre-existing retinal disease, cataracts (a medical condition in which the lens of the eye becomes progressively opaque, resulting in blurred vision), acute iritis (inflammation of the coloured part of the eye) or anterior uveitis (inflammation of the middle layer of the eye), and secondary glaucoma (have an identifiable cause of optic nerve damage). It should be used with caution in children or adolescents under the age of 18 years, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers. PILOCARPINE may interact with alcohol, so do not consume alcohol while using this medicine. PILOCARPINE may temporarily cause vision loss, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you experience blurred vision. Use PILOCARPINE eye drops and eye gel exactly as directed. Please do not use it more or less or use it more often than your doctor prescribed. STOP the medication immediately and inform your doctor immediately if you develop any eye problems such as irritation, redness, or dry eyes, eye infection, or if your condition worsens condition while using PILOCARPINE.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 PILOCARPINE may interact with medicines used to treat allergies (cetirizine, diphenhydramine, and fexofenadine), a medicine used to treat myasthenia gravis (neostigmine), medicines that dilate the pupil (phenylephrine), medicines used to treat Parkinson's disease (orphenadrine, procyclidine, trihexyphenidyl), medicines used to treat serious mental disorders (chlorpromazine) and medicines used to treat high blood pressure (guanethidine).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

PILOCARPINE should not be used in patients with a medical history of respiratory problems such as eye problems such as pre-existing retinal disease, cataracts (a medical condition in which the lens of the eye becomes progressively opaque, resulting in blurred vision), acute iritis (inflammation of the coloured part of the eye) or anterior uveitis (inflammation of the middle layer of the eye), and secondary glaucoma (have an identifiable cause of optic nerve damage).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

PILOCARPINE may interact with alcohol, so it is advised not to drink alcohol while using this medicine.

PREGNANCY

Pregnancy. Category C. PILOCARPINE should be used in pregnant women only if clinically needed when benefits outweigh the risks.

BREAST FEEDING

PILOCARPINE should be used in breastfeeding mothers only if clinically needed when benefits outweigh the risks.

DRIVING

PILOCARPINE may cause temporary blurred vision, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery until your vision is clear.

LIVER

PILOCARPINE is probably safe when used in patients with liver diseases. In case you experience any difficulty, discuss with your doctor.

KIDNEY

PILOCARPINE is probably safe when used in patients with kidney diseases. In case you experience any difficulty, discuss with your doctor.