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Pilopress 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 Pilopress have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Pilopress depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Pilopress include Excessive sweating, Visual Disturbance. While these are the most often observed Pilopress side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Pilopress 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.
It is also important to note that Pilopress has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Pilopress related warnings talks about Pilopress's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Pilopress is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Uveitis, Glaucoma, Iritis are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Pilopress contraindications section.
Besides this, Pilopress may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Pilopress, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Pilopress 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 Pilopress safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Pilopress during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Pilopress safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Pilopress on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Pilopress will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Pilopress on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Pilopress. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Pilopress on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Pilopress. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Pilopress only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Pilopress on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Pilopress. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Pilopress should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pilopress unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pilopress habit forming or addictive?
Pilopress does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Pilopress as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Pilopress is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Pilopress for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pilopress
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Pilopress with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pilopress
Consumption of alcohol and Pilopress 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
