Optacarpine Eye Drops

Indication

Chronic open angle glaucoma, acute or chronic narrow angle glaucoma, suspected glaucoma and ocular hypertension.

Dosage & Administration

Instill 1 drop 2-4 times daily. To minimize systemic absorption of the active ingredient of the eye drops, pressure should be applied for one minute on the tear duct after application.

Precautions

If blurred vision or changes in near or far sight occur, especially at night, patients should exercise caution when involved in night driving or hazardous work in poor light. It is recommended that intraocular pressure measurements be performed regularly during therapy.

Use in Pregnancy & Lactation
Safe use during pregnancy has not been established. Problems in human pregnancy have not been documented. However, ophthalmic Pilocarpine is systemically absorbed.