Pilocar 2% Eye Drop is part of a class of medications known as miotics. It is commonly used to treat glaucoma and certain other eye conditions by lowering elevated pressure within the eye, helping to prevent optic nerve damage and loss of vision.
This medication is meant for external use only. Use it exactly as prescribed by your doctor in the recommended dose and for the specified duration. If you wear contact lenses, be sure to take them out before applying the drops. Avoid letting the dropper tip touch any surface to prevent contamination.
Some common side effects include headaches, difficulty focusing (accommodation disorder), eye discomfort, pain, blurred vision, and temporary vision disturbances. These effects are usually short-lived, but if they persist or worsen, consult your doctor. You should avoid driving after using this medication, as it may temporarily affect your vision.
USES OF PILOCAR EYE DROP
Treatment of Glaucoma
BENEFITS OF PILOCAR EYE DROP
In Treatment of Glaucoma
Glaucoma is an eye disease that damages the optic nerve which is essential for proper vision. This damage is often caused by abnormally high pressure in the eye. Pilocar 2% Eye Drop is used to reduce swelling and pressure inside the eye. This helps prevent complications of glaucoma such as blindness and improves vision. This medicine may be used alone or with other eye drops. Glaucoma cannot be prevented. Frequent monitoring, regular checkups can help detect the disease in its early stages.
SIDE EFFECTS OF PILOCAR EYE DROP
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Pilocar
- Headache
- Accomodation disorder
- Eye irritation
- Eye pain
- Blurred vision
- Visual impairment
HOW TO USE PILOCAR EYE DROP
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
HOW PILOCAR EYE DROP WORKS
Pilocar 2% Eye Drop is a cholinergic agonist. It works by allowing excess aqueous humour (fluid in the eye) to drain from the eye, thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. It also helps reverse the effect of medicines that increase the size of the pupil.
