Pilo Drop 1% (Ophthalmic Solution)
10 ml drop: ৳ 74.20
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Pilocarpine hydrochloride ophthalmic |
| Company | Reman drug laboratories ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Chronic open angle glaucoma
- Acute or chronic narrow angle glaucoma
- Suspected glaucoma
- Ocular hypertension
Pharmacology
- Stimulation of cholinergic receptors
- Contraction of iris sphincter muscle resulting in pupillary constriction
- Constriction of ciliary muscle resulting in increased accommodation
- Reduction in intraocular pressure
- Increase in outflow of aqueous humor
- Decrease in inflow of aqueous humor
Dosage & Administration
- Instill 1 drop 2-4 times daily
- Pressure application on tear duct after application
Interaction
- Interference with miotic effects of pilocarpine by Belladonna alkaloids or cyclopentolate
- Dampening of mydriatic effects
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any ingredient including excipients
- Conditions where pupillary constriction is undesirable (e.g. acute iritis)
- Retinal detachment or predisposition to retinal detachment
Side Effects
- Temporary blurred vision
- Burning and stinging
- Redness and watering of the eyes
- Decrease in night vision
- Eye irritation
- Headache
- Eye pain (rare)
- Increased sweating (rare)
- Muscle tremors (rare)
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea (rare)
- Watering of the mouth (rare)
- Troubled breathing or wheezing (rare)
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safe use during pregnancy not established
- Systemic absorption of ophthalmic Pilocarpine
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in night driving with blurred vision
- Regular intraocular pressure measurements during therapy
Overdose Effects
- Dilution with water and other fluids
Therapeutic Class
- Drugs affecting exocrine secretions
Storage Conditions
- Store at room temperature
- Protect from light
- Use within 4 weeks after opening