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Gel
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Manufacturer:
Ratio
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Alternate Names:Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine)
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What is Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine) used for? |
Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine) is used to treat increased pressure within the eye (glaucoma). It may be used in combination with other medications.
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When should Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine) not be taken?
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Do not take Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine) if you have a condition where pupil constriction is not desired, such as acute inflammation of the iris |
What precautions should I follow when taking Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine) ?
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Before using Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, plan on becoming pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condition |
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine)?
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The presence of other medical problems like asthma and other eye problems may affect the use of Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine). |
What are the side effects of Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine)?
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Most severe: Poor vision at night; detachment of the retina.
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Most common: Tearing; burning; discomfort; headache at the temples or around the eyes; spasm of muscles under the eyelashes; minor inflammation of the cornea; nearsightedness; redness or swelling of the eye.
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Other: Urgent need to pass urine, weakness, tiredness, runny nose, breathing difficulty.
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How should I take Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine)?
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How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Apply a one-half inch ribbon in the lower lid of the affected eye(s) once a day at bedtime. Do not let the tip of the container touch any surface, since this could contaminate the gel. Use caution while driving at night or performing tasks in poor lighting as vision may be reduced. Report any changes in vision to your doctor at once. Do not stop taking Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine) without checking with your doctor. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine). Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your doctor or health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your doctor. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your doctor. If more than one dose is missed, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
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How should Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine) be stored?
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Store Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine) between 36 and 80 degrees F. Avoid excessive heat. Do not freeze. |
General Information:
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| If you have any questions about Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine), please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine) is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine). If you have any questions about Pilopine HS Gel (pilocarpine), ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
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