Pilocar 2% Drops 5ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Pilocarpine 2 %
Manufacturer
FDC Limited
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT PILOCAR 2% DROPSPILOCAR 2% DROPS contains Pilocarpine which belongs to the group of medicines called Cholinergic agonists. It is used to manage certain types of glaucoma (a rise in the pressure within the eye) and to reverse the effect of medicines that cause the pupil of the eye to enlarge. Your doctor will ask you to remove your contact lenses prior to the administration of PILOCAR 2% DROPS and will regularly check your eyes before and during management, particularly if you have had any eye disorders. PILOCAR 2% DROPS is not recommended for use in patients having some particular eye conditions where you can't let the pupil of the eye to constrict (Ex. inflammation of the iris, some types of glaucoma) or if you wear soft contact lenses. Before using PILOCAR 2% DROPS, inform your doctor if you have any heart, lung, kidney, stomach or eye problems. PILOCAR 2% DROPS should be used with caution in pregnant and breast feeding women. In children, the doctor will prescribe the right dose of PILOCAR 2% DROPS depending on
Uses
OF PILOCAR 2% DROPSUsed to: Manage certain types of glaucoma Reverse the effect of medicines that cause the pupil of the eye to enlarge
How It Works
PILOCAR 2% DROPS affects the eye muscles causing the pupil of the eye to get smaller. It also reduces the pressure within the eyeball by decreasing the production of aqueous humor (fluid in the eye).
Directions for Use
Always use PILOCAR 2% DROPS as directed by your physician. It is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands thoroughly. Pull your lower eyelid slowly and instill one or two drops of PILOCAR 2% DROPS in
Side Effects
PILOCAR 2% DROPS are eye itching, paining, burning, swollen eyelid, temporary blurred vision, headache, etc. See your doctor if any of the symptoms get worse. USES OF PILOCAR 2% DROPSUsed to: Manage certain types of glaucoma Reverse the effect of medicines that cause the pupil of the eye to enlarge HOW PILOCAR 2% DROPS WORKSPILOCAR 2% DROPS affects the eye muscles causing the pupil of the eye to get smaller. It also reduces the pressure within the eyeball by decreasing the production of aqueous humor (fluid in the eye). DIRECTIONS FOR USEAlways use PILOCAR 2% DROPS as directed by your physician. It is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands thoroughly. Pull your lower eyelid slowly and instill one or two drops of PILOCAR 2% DROPS inside the lower eyelid. Close your eyes and gently press on the inner corner of your eyelid for 1 minute to manage the drainage of the solution into your nose and throat. If needed, repeat the same for the other eye. Correct dose and duration will be determined by your doctor depending upon your age, body weight and health condition. Do not stop using PILOCAR 2% DROPS unless your doctor advises you to stop. SIDE EFFECTS OF PILOCAR 2% DROPSCOMMON itching, smarting and burning sensation around the eye urticaria (red skin rash with itching) swelling, redness or pain of the eyelid swollen front part of the eye (conjunctiva) temporarily blurred vision and short sightedness difficulty seeing in poor light enlarged of the veins in the eye headache and brow ache (particularly in young patients at the start of management) bleeding in forepart of the eye detached retina (the inner surface of the eye) RARE change in blood pressure or heartbeat shortness of breath excessive tear secretion Stop using PILOCAR 2% DROPS and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: increased sweating muscle shaking nausea, vomiting, diarrhea trouble breathing or wheezing watering of the mouth
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYPILOCAR 2% DROPS should be used with caution in women who are pregnant or planning to have baby. Consult your doctor before using it. BREASTFEEDINGPILOCAR 2% DROPS should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before using it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you have problems seeing well at night or blurred vision after taking PILOCAR 2% DROPS. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while using PILOCAR 2% DROPS. ALLERGYDo not use PILOCAR 2% DROPS you are allergic to Pilocarpine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. LUNGSPILOCAR 2% DROPS should be used with caution in patients having asthma. Consult your doctor for advice. HEART DISEASEPILOCAR 2% DROPS should be used with caution in patients having heart problems or high blood pressure. Consult your doctor for advice. OTHERSPILOCAR 2% DROPS is not recommended for use if you: have any eye disorders where the constriction of the pupil should be avoided (Ex. inflammation of the iris, anterior uveitis, narrow angle glaucoma or secondary glaucoma) are wearing soft contact lenses Before taking PILOCAR 2% DROPS, inform your doctor if you: have stomach ulcers have trouble passing urine have Parkinson’s disease have any other eye conditions Use in Pediatrics: In children, the doctor will prescribe the right dose of PILOCAR 2% DROPS depending on how they respond to> management. Consult your child’s doctor for advice.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before using PILOCAR 2% DROPS, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: medicines used to reduce pain or inflammation (Ex. prednisolone, clobetasol) medicines used to inhibit muscle contractions (Ex. neostigmine, physostigmine) medicines used to manage allergies (Ex. naphazoline, olopatadine) pethidine (used to manage pain) medicines used to manage depression (Ex. amitriptyline, fluoxetine, sertraline) other medicines used to make pupils smaller (Ex. phospholine iodide, carbachol) medicines used to enlarge your pupil (Ex. atropine, phenylephrine) medicines used to manage Parkinson’s disease (Ex. procyclidine, trihexyphenidyl) chlorpromazine (used to manage mental illness) orphenadrine (medicine used to relieve pain from sprains, strains or muscle injury) guanethidine (used to lower high blood pressure) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally used too much of PILOCAR 2% DROPS, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Pilocarpine Pharmacological Category : Cholinergic drugs Therapeutic Indication : Glaucoma, Miosis induction Dosage Forms : Tablet, Eye drops, Ophthalmic solution, Injection MORE INFORMATION Keep PILOCAR 2% DROPS out of reach of children Store below 25°C away from the light
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Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle
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Last Updated
08 Dec 2022