Information about Demecarium

Generic Name : Demecarium
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Demecarium are provided here.

Pronunciation : deh meh KARE ee um

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Demecarium, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

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Therapeutic Classification : Parasympathomimetic Agents

Trade Names/Brand Names of Demecarium

International :

Humorsol

Why is Demecarium Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a parasympathomimetic agent, prescribed for glaucoma. It increases the amount of fluid that drains from the eye.

When should Demecarium not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated to pregnant women, in patients with uveal inflammation, and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Demecarium?

Ophthalmic- The initial recommended dose is 1 or 2 drops (adults) in the glaucomatous eye.

How should Demecarium be taken?

It comes as eye drops to instill into the affected eyes.

What are the warnings and precautions for Demecarium?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart failure, high or low blood pressure, heart attack, asthma, stomach ulcer, epilepsy, overactive thyroid, Parkinson’s disease, urinary obstruction, who are taking other medications, any allergy, and in breastfeeding women.

• It may cause blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Avoid wearing contact lenses while using this medication.

• It may cause retinal detachment; consult with your healthcare provider before taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Demecarium?

Eye - Stinging, burning, excessive discharge of tears, lid muscle twitching, eye redness, brow ache, headache and induced shortsightedness.
Miscellaneous - Nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, urinary incontinence, salivation, sweating, difficulty in breathing, slow heart rate or heart irregularities.