Pilomin 2%
Rx- Company:
- Nipa Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Eye Drop
- Pack size:
- 10ml drop
৳ 130/unit
Pack: ৳ 130
At a glance
Pilocarpine Hydrochloride 2 % Eye prep — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.
Description
Pilocarpine Hydrochloride 2 % Eye prep belongs to a group of medicine called miotics. It is used in the treatment of glaucoma and other eye conditions. It lowers the high pressure inside the eye and helps prevent vision loss and nerve damage. Pilocarpine Hydrochloride 2 % Eye prep is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using the medicine. Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, as it may contaminate the eye drop. The common side effects include eye pain, irritation, or blur the vision. These are usually temporary and only last for a short time. However, if these symptoms persist or worsen, check with your doctor. It is not advised to drive after using this medicine. Pilocarpine Hydrochloride 2 % Eye prep is a cholinergic agonist. It works by allowing excess aqueous humour (fluid in the eye) to drain from the eye, thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. It also helps reverse the effect of medicines that increase the size of the pupil.
Mechanism of action
Pilocarpine Hydrochloride 2 % Eye prep is a cholinergic agonist. It works by allowing excess aqueous humour (fluid in the eye) to drain from the eye, thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. It also helps reverse the effect of medicines that increase the size of the pupil.
Administration
This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.
Missed dose
If you miss a dose of Pilocarpine Hydrochloride 2 % Eye prep, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Side effects
Common: • Accomodation disorder • Eye irritation • Eye pain • Visual impairment
Precautions & warnings
[UNSAFE] Pilocarpine Hydrochloride 2 % Eye prep may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Pilocarpine Hydrochloride 2 % Eye prep can cause difficulty in adapting to the dark and blurred vision which may affect your ability to drive.
Food interactions
No interaction found/established
Use in pregnancy
[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Pilocarpine Hydrochloride 2 % Eye prep may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Use in lactation
[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Pilocarpine Hydrochloride 2 % Eye prep is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Renal / hepatic impairment
No interaction found/established No interaction found/established
Common questions
Swelling on right eye since morning. Eye drop zymer 2 drop both eye three time ( every 8 hour ) for 2-3 days In new born babys (11 days)left side eye tears and waste products r coming is there any problm Ur baby might have eye infection. You can try eye drop tobramycin 1 drop in affected eye 4 times a day for two days. My Eyes Are Getting Dry Very Fast While I Am Working Late In Front Of My Computer. I Had Lasik Surgery A Year Back. Can You Refer Me Some Good Eye Drops Eye drop optive three times The power of my eyes are in report. I checked up my eyes before 15 - 16 months. now suddenly water used to come from eyes. what should I do? use refresh tears eye drop Dryness of eyes is the main problem.Is it due to air-conditioning office ? Please suggest suitable medicine. Use refresh tears eye drop I have -5.5 number kindly suggest eye drop to down my number No eye drop will work I am software engineer. I feel lot of dryness in eyes. Can you suggest some good eye drop which can lubricate my eyes while at work Refresh tears eye drop thrice daily