DIPIVEFRIN HYDROCHLORIDE

Overview

DIPIVEFRIN HYDROCHLORIDE is a Schedule H drug.
Dipivefrin is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma or other eye diseases (e.g., ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.

Usage

DIPIVEFRIN HYDROCHLORIDE is generally used to treat: Glaucoma, Open-Angle Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

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

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

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 using dipivefrin, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it or to epinephrine or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.
  • This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have narrow or closed-angle glaucoma.
  • Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of eye problems (e.g., macular edema, lens extraction/aphakia), high blood pressure, heart or blood vessel disease, irregular heartbeat.
  • If you develop an eye infection or injury, or have eye surgery, check with your doctor about whether you should continue to use your current bottle of dipivefrin. You may be advised to start using a new bottle.
  • Your vision may be temporarily blurred or unstable after applying this drug. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires clear vision until you are sure you can perform such activities safely.
  • This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
  • It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Serious Side-Effects

DIPIVEFRIN HYDROCHLORIDE : Skin Rash, Hives, Irregular Heartbeat, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)

Rare Side-Effects

DIPIVEFRIN HYDROCHLORIDE : Eyes Pain, Eyes Redness, Eyes Swelling

Disease Interactions

DIPIVEFRIN HYDROCHLORIDE can interfere with: Aphasia

Technical Classification

DIPIVEFRIN HYDROCHLORIDE is categorized as: OPHTHALMIC GLAUCOMA AGENTS / OPHTHALMIC PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

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