Review the side-effects of Pilocarpine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common- Sweating, nausea, runny nose, diarrhea, chills, flushing, frequent urination, dizziness, weakness.
Miscellaneous- Headache, indigestion, vomiting, heartburn, increased tears, stomach pain, swelling of arms, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs, changes in vision, fast or slow heart beat.
Isopto Carpine, Salagen
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common- Sweating, nausea, runny nose, diarrhea, chills, flushing, frequent urination, dizziness, weakness.
Miscellaneous- Headache, indigestion, vomiting, heartburn, increased tears, stomach pain, swelling of arms, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs, changes in vision, fast or slow heart beat.
Other Precautions :
Prolonged use may lead to lens opacities.Drug Name : Pilocarpine
Pilocarpine(Isopto Carpine) generic is a muscarinic receptor agonist, prescribed for glaucoma, and for dry mouth (xerostomia) in patients with Sjogren's syndrome. It is also used as an antidote for some alkaloid drug poisoning. It works by increasing the secretion of saliva.Trade Names for Pilocarpine
India :
Carpine 0.5% Injection |
Pilocar (1%w/v) |
Pilocar (2%w/v) |
Pilocar (4%w/v) |
Iotim Plus (0.5%/2%) |
Andre Carpine |
Locarp (5 ml) |
Carpo Miotic |
Carpine |
Pilocar |
Pilagan |
Pilocar (2%) |
Pilorin Eye |
Pilocar (4%) Eye Drop |
Carpinol Eye Drop |
Carpinol Sol. (1%) |
Carpinol Eye Drop(2%) |
Timolet Plus |
Iotim Plus |
Pilopress Eye
International :
Isopto Carpine, Salagen
