Generic name: Pilocarpine ophthalmic
Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available
What is Ocu-Carpine?
Pilocarpine ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to treat glaucoma or ocular hypertension (high pressure inside the eye).
Pilocarpine ophthalmic is also used to treat miosis.
Pilocarpine ophthalmic is used in the prevention of high intraocular pressure after laser surgery.
Vuity is used in adults to treat a condition that reduces the eyes' ability to focus on near objects (presbyopia).
Pilocarpine ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use pilocarpine ophthalmic if you are allergic to it.
It is not known if pilocarpine ophthalmic will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
Ask a doctor if it is safe to breastfeed while using this medicine.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
- a detached retina;
- iritis; or
- an eye condition called uveitis.
How should I use Ocu-Carpine
Use Ocu-Carpine (Ophthalmic) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
To apply the eye drops: Pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket and squeeze a drop into this pocket. Close your eyes for 1 or 2 minutes.
Use only the prescribed number of drops.
Wait at least 5 minutes before using any other eye drops.
Do not use while wearing soft contact lenses. A preservative in this medicine could permanently stain the lenses. Wait at least 10 minutes before inserting your contact lenses.
Call your pharmacist if the medicine looks cloudy, has changed colors or has particles in it.
Wash your hands before using eye medication.
Do not touch the dropper tip or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated dropper can infect your eye and lead to serious vision problems.
Store at room temperature, in an upright position and tightly closed. Do not freeze.
Use the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. use two doses at one time. Do not
Ocu-Carpine side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have : hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. signs of an allergic reaction
Call your doctor at once if you have:
Seek medical attention right away if you have sudden onset of vision loss.
Common side effects may include:
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
- severe stinging, burning, swelling, or redness of your eye;
- vision problems;
- seeing flashes of light or "floaters" in your vision; or
- signs of eye infection--swelling, redness, severe discomfort, crusting or drainage.
- headache, eyebrow pain;
- eye pain or irritation;
- eye redness;
- watery eyes;
- blurred vision;
- dim or dark vision, problems when changing focus between objects; or
- your eyes may be more sensitive to light.
What other drugs will affect Ocu-Carpine?
Avoid using any other eye medications your doctor has not prescribed.
This medicine may cause blurred vision and may impair your reactions. Avoid driving, especially at night or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you.