CARBACHOL

Overview

CARBACHOL is a Schedule H drug.
Carbachol lowers pressure in the eye by increasing the amount of fluid that drains from the eye.
Carbachol ophthalmic (for the eye) is used to reduce pressure inside the eye after cataract surgery. Carbachol is primarily used in the treatment of glaucoma, but it is also used during ophthalmic surgery. 

Usage

CARBACHOL is generally used to treat: Glaucoma
CARBACHOL can address symptoms like: Eyes Blurred Vision, Eyes Pain

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Ophthalmic (Eye)

Precautions

  • Before you are treated with carbachol ophthalmic, tell your doctor about all your medical conditions or allergiesYou should not be treated with carbachol ophthalmic if you are allergic to it.Carbachol ophthalmic is given as an injection into your eye. Your doctor will use a medicine to numb your eye before giving you the injection. You will receive this injection in your doctor’s office or other clinic setting.

Common Side-Effects

CARBACHOL : Diarrhoea, Stomach Pain, Head Headache, Eyes Cloudy Vision, Eyes Eye Irritation, Thick Saliva Or Mucus, Body Excessive Sweating

Rare Side-Effects

CARBACHOL : Vision Problems, Eyes Blurred Vision, Eyes Pain

Food Interactions

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Disease Interactions

CARBACHOL can interfere with: Uveitis, Retinal Detachment

Technical Classification

CARBACHOL is categorized as: OPHTHALMIC GLAUCOMA AGENTS / OPHTHALMIC PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with CARBACHOL as Ingredient

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