Pilocar Eye drop - 5ml

Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate)

US brands equivalent to Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate)

The equivalent US brands available for Pilocar 5 ml:

●        Pilopine-HS

●        Akarpine

Pilocar 5 ml is easily available via online pharmacy, drugstore, and medical supply store.

What is The Generic Name of Pilocar 5 ml?

Pilocar Nitrate is the generic name of the Pilocar 5 ml.

About Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate):

Pilocar 5 ml is a muscarinic agonist with no nicotinic effects. For these things, Piolocar 5 ml is being used heavily in India. Pilocar 5 ml is a direct acting miotic drop which causes the pupil of the eye to shrink and decrease the number of fluids in the eye which can reduce eye pressure. This is used for the treatment and prevention of:

●        Glaucoma

Manufacturer of Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate):

Pilocar 5 ml is manufactured by FDC Ltd in India and is available at all the leading online pharmacies, drug stores, and medical stores. It is one of the leading brands in India.

The strength of Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate):

Pilocar 5 ml contains Pilocar Nitrate as active medical ingredients.

It should be noted that Pilocar 5 ml is available in varying strengths.

Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate) is used for the treatment and prevention of:

●        Glaucoma.

How Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate) works?

Pilocar 5 ml works best or is beneficial in following ways:

1. Pilocar 5 ml decreases the pressure in the eye by increasing the drainage of aqueous humour (clear watery fluid filling the space in front of the eyeball).

Before You Use a Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate)

   You should be sure that:

1.  You are not allergic to it.

2.  It is not affecting the medicines you are taking with it or not interacting with those.

What should be avoided while using Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate)?

●        Using Alcohol

●        Using other ophthalmic drops

When not to use Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate)?

One should avoid using Pilocar 5 ml

1.       If one is suffering from an allergy

2.       If one has cataract in eyes

3.       If you have acute iritis

Tell your doctor if

●        You are taking any other medication for any disease or disorder.

●        If you are allergic to Pilocar 5 ml

●        If you are breastfeeding

The dosage of Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate):

Pilocar 5 ml is available in varying strengths and at different doses.

Consult a doctor for the appropriate dose.

How much of Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate) to be used?

Generally, it must be in the range which is suitable according to the person’s health. It is available in the form of eye drop.

How to use Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate)?

●        One should wash and dry his/her hands properly before taking Pilocar 5 ml

●        One should use only as much as needed or as prescribed by the doctor.

●        One should use Pilocar 5 ml  as long as directed by the physician

For how long should Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate)?

One should take Pilocar 5 ml as long as directed by the physician.

What can happen due to the overdose of Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate)?

Sometimes overdose of Pilocar 5 ml can lead to excessive blurred vision. To avoid this always contact the doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.

Missed dose of Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate)

Take the missed dose as soon as you recall it. If it is nearly close to the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.

Side effects of Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate)

The side effects of Pilocar 5 ml are as follows:

●        Headache

●        Blurred vision

●        Itching

●        Conjunctival disorder

●        Eye irritation

Drug Interactions with Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate)

If you are taking some drugs or other over the counter medicines, these may interfere with the therapeutic effects of Pilocar 5 ml. Some of the drugs that are known to interact with Pilocar 5 ml are as follows:

●        Tegafur

You must inform the doctor about all the medications you are already taking and always follow the instructions.

Contraindications for Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate)

●        If you are consuming alcohol

●        If you are taking any herbal supplements

●        If you are allergic to Pilocar 5 ml

Warning and Precautions for Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate)

1.       If irritation or allergies persist, stop the application of medicine and consult a doctor.

2.       Keep in proper condition and out of reach of children.

Things to remember For Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate)

1.       Read the medicine packet thoroughly

2.       Tell the doctor about your medical history.

3.       Follow the instructions as told by the doctor.

4.       Know before use that how to store the medicine at room temperature in a clean and dry place.

Indication and Usage for Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate):

Use Pilocar 5 ml as prescribed by the doctor for Glaucoma.

1.       Always wash hands before taking the Pilocar 5 ml

2.       Tilt the head back and, pressing your finger gently on the skin just beneath the lower eyelid, pull the lower eyelid away from the eye to make a space.

3.       Drop Pilocar 5 ml into this space.

4.       Let go of the eyelid and gently close the eyes.

Dosage & Administration

Pilocar 5 ml must be taken as per doctor’s recommendation.

Pilocar 5 ml should be used externally in the eye.

Recommended dose Of Pilocar 5 ml (Pilocarpine Nitrate)-

To avoid side effects, use Pilocar 5 ml according to the prescribed dose.

For adults, 3 times a day externally.

Mode of administration

Pilocar 5 ml should be used externally.

Forms & strengths

Pilocar 5 ml is in liquid form.

Pilocar 5 ml is found in varying strengths.

Ingredients

Pilocar Nitrate is the ingredient of Pilocar 5 ml

Storage

●        Don’t freeze Pilocar 5 ml.

●        Don’t store Pilocar 5 ml above 250C