Pilocarpine Benefits & Uses

Pilocarpine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Dry Mouth

Pilocarpine Dosage & How to Take

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
Geriatric	Disease: Dry Mouth Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Dry Mouth Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Pilocarpine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pilocarpine is used -

Severe

Slow heart rate (pulse)

Moderate

Increased blood pressure
Blurred vision
Conjunctivitis
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Headache
Itching or burning
Diarrhoea
Tremor
Nausea or vomiting
Chills
Flushing
Weakness
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Common

Excessive sweating
Visual Disturbance

Pilocarpine Related Warnings

Is the use of Pilocarpine safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Pilocarpine on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Pilocarpine safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Pilocarpine in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Pilocarpine on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Pilocarpine. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pilocarpine on the Liver?

Pilocarpine 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pilocarpine on the Heart?

Pilocarpine can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Pilocarpine with Other Drugs

Pilocarpine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Amoxapine

Atropine

Dicyclomine

Chlordiazepoxide,Clidinium

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Pilocarpine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pilocarpine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Uveitis
Asthma
Glaucoma
Iritis
Liver Disease
Cataract

Frequently asked Questions about Pilocarpine

Is this Pilocarpine habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Pilocarpine has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Pilocarpine you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Pilocarpine is safe as it does not bear any side effects.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Pilocarpine for mental disorders.

No

Pilocarpine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pilocarpine

There is no information on the effects of taking Pilocarpine with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Pilocarpine

Taking Pilocarpine with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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

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