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Pilocar 2% Eye Drop, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Glaucoma. Pilocar 2% Eye Drop also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Pilocar 2% Eye Drop depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Pilocar 2% Eye Drop include Excessive sweating, Visual Disturbance. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pilocar 2% Eye Drop can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Pilocar 2% Eye Drop go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Pilocar 2% Eye Drop has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Pilocar 2% Eye Drop has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pilocar 2% Eye Drop related warnings section.
Pilocar 2% Eye Drop is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Uveitis, Glaucoma, Iritis are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Pilocar 2% Eye Drop are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Pilocar 2% Eye Drop may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Pilocar 2% Eye Drop is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Pilocar 2% 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 2% 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 2% 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 2% 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 2% 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 2% 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.
Pilocar 2% Eye Drop 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 Pilocar 2% Eye Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pilocar 2% Eye Drop habit forming or addictive?
Pilocar 2% Eye Drop does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pilocar 2% Eye Drop, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Pilocar 2% Eye Drop can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Pilocar 2% Eye Drop is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Pilocar 2% Eye Drop is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pilocar 2% Eye Drop
There is no information on the effects of taking Pilocar 2% Eye Drop with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pilocar 2% Eye Drop
Consuming Pilocar 2% Eye Drop with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
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