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Pilocar 1% Eye Drop is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Glaucoma. Secondary and off-label uses of Pilocar 1% Eye Drop have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Pilocar 1% Eye Drop depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Pilocar 1% Eye Drop also has some side effects, the most common being Excessive sweating, Visual Disturbance. Some other side effects of Pilocar 1% Eye Drop have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Pilocar 1% Eye Drop go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pilocar 1% Eye Drop is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Pilocar 1% Eye Drop related warnings talks about Pilocar 1% Eye Drop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Uveitis, Glaucoma, Iritis must refrain from the use of Pilocar 1% Eye Drop since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Pilocar 1% Eye Drop have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Pilocar 1% Eye Drop with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pilocar 1% Eye Drop is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Pilocar 1% Eye Drop is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 Pilocar 1% Eye Drop safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Pilocar will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Pilocar 1% Eye Drop safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Pilocar in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Pilocar is unavailable.
What is the effect of Pilocar 1% Eye Drop on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Pilocar. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Pilocar 1% Eye Drop on the Liver?
Pilocar 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 Pilocar 1% Eye Drop on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Pilocar. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pilocar 1% Eye Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pilocar 1% Eye Drop habit forming or addictive?
Pilocar 1% Eye Drop does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pilocar 1% Eye Drop, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Pilocar 1% Eye Drop can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Pilocar 1% Eye Drop is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Pilocar 1% Eye Drop is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pilocar 1% Eye Drop
There is no information on the effects of taking Pilocar 1% Eye Drop with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pilocar 1% Eye Drop
Consuming Pilocar 1% Eye Drop with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
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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
