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Pilocar Eye drop 5 ml with Pilocarpine Nitrate
5 ml · by Not specified
- Active ingredient
- Pilocarpine Nitrate
- Form
- drops
- Storage
- Store as directed on the label, away from heat and light. Keep out of the reach of children.
About this medication
Pilocar 2% Eye Drops is a sterile ophthalmic solution available in a 5 ml bottle. Each ml of the solution contains Pilocarpine IP 2% w/v as the active ingredient, along with a preservative and sterile aqueous vehicle.
Highlights
- Eye care product
- Active ingredient: Pilocarpine Nitrate
- Pack size: 5 ml
- Use as directed by your doctor or pharmacist
Uses
- Treatment of glaucoma
- Lowering raised eye pressure
- Relief of eye allergy symptoms
How to use
The recommended dosage is 1 drop instilled into the affected eye(s) up to 4 times daily, or as directed by the ophthalmologist. For acute angle-closure glaucoma, a more intensive regimen may be used initially. The IOP-lowering effect begins within approximately 10 to 30 minutes after instillation, with maximum effect reached at around 1 to 2 hours.
Common side effects
- Decreased night vision
- Temporary burning
- Stinging upon instillation
- Increased tearing
- Eye redness
- Mild eye discomfort
Stop use and talk to a pharmacist or doctor if side effects are severe or don't go away. Report side effects to Health Canada MedEffect.
Safety advice
LiverAsk your doctor or pharmacist before use if you have liver disease.
KidneyAsk your doctor or pharmacist before use if you have kidney disease.
AlcoholAsk your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure about drinking alcohol while using this product.
DrivingPatients should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until their vision is clear, as blurred vision and decreased night vision are expected effects.
PregnancyThe product is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless the potential benefit clearly outweighs the risk.
BreastfeedingThe product is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless the potential benefit clearly outweighs the risk.
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The information on this page is general and has been reviewed by our pharmacist. It is not a substitute for medical advice. Always read and follow the label, and ask a pharmacist if you have questions.
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