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Carpine Eye Drop is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Glaucoma. Secondary and off-label uses of Carpine Eye Drop have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Carpine Eye Drop depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Carpine Eye Drop include Excessive sweating, Visual Disturbance. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Carpine Eye Drop can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Carpine Eye Drop normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Carpine Eye Drop's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Carpine Eye Drop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Carpine Eye Drop can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Carpine Eye Drop in conditions like Uveitis, Glaucoma, Iritis. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Carpine Eye Drop contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Carpine Eye Drop with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Carpine Eye Drop is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Carpine Eye Drop is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Carpine Eye Drop safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Carpine on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Carpine Eye Drop safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Carpine in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Carpine is unavailable.
What is the effect of Carpine Eye Drop on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Carpine. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Carpine Eye Drop on the Liver?
Carpine may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Carpine Eye Drop on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Carpine. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Carpine Eye Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Carpine Eye Drop habit forming or addictive?
Carpine Eye Drop is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Carpine Eye Drop you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Carpine Eye Drop is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Carpine Eye Drop cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Carpine Eye Drop
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Carpine Eye Drop with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Carpine Eye Drop
Consumption of alcohol and Carpine Eye Drop together may have severe effects on your health.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Isopto® Carpine (pilocarpine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 104
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1029-1030
