Pilocarpine Eye Drops (pilocarpine) belong to the miotic class of drugs, and are predominantly used to lower intraocular pressure and to reduce pupil size. The medication will reduce pupil size regardless of what it's used for, which may cause some visual disturbances and reduce night vision. These effects should end when treatment ends.

This product can be used in patients of all ages, though children will likely require modified dosing.

Dosage Basics

Patients can buy Pilocarpine Eye Drops in three strengths; 1%, 2%, or 4%. As a general rule the 1% solution is used to reduce pupil size, while the other two are reserved for reducing intraocular pressure. The 4% version is typically used in severe cases. Note that there exceptions to all of the above; doctor instructions should always be followed. Children typically take about half of the adult dose, but again there may be exceptions.

Treatment is varied in other ways as well, depending on what's being treated, it's severity, other medical conditions present, and so forth. Again a doctor is needed to determine the ideal administration guidelines and duration of treatment.

Rough guidelines are as follows.

For chronic glaucoma:

• Apply one drop in each affected eye four times per day.
• Treatment should continue for as long as a doctor recommends.

For acute angle-closure glaucoma:

• At first apply one drop every five to ten minutes for 30 minutes to one hour.
• After the first 30 minutes to one hour, apply one drop every three hours.
• Continue treatment for as long as doctor recommends.

Patients who buy Pilocarpine Eye Drops to treat other conditions should follow doctor instructions; treatment is too variable to summarize.

Treatment may continue anywhere from a few days for reducing pupil size following an eye procedure, to months or even years to manage glaucoma or other intraocular pressure. Treatment should continue for as long as it provides benefit, assuming no serious adverse effects develop. Do not stop treatment without doctor approval, even if otherwise feeling fine.

Regular doctor checkups are also important for any patient who buys Pilocarpine Eye Drops; some side effects are best detected by a doctor, and the positive effects of the medication can also be very difficult for a patient to detect.

Before You Buy Pilocarpine Eye Drops

Some patients with other health conditions are at increased risk of serious complications if taking Pilocarpine Eye Drops. Be sure the prescribing doctor is aware if there is any history of:

• Difficulty passing urine
• Stomach ulcers
• Asthma
• Parkinson's disease
• High blood pressure
• Heart problems

The above don't necessarily mean that Pilocarpine Eye Drops can't be used, but dosage or frequency of administration may need to lowered.

Similarly certain medications can interact with Pilocarpine Eye Drops as well. Of particular concern are:

• Antihistamines
• Parkinson’s disease medications
• Anticholinesterases
• Antidepressants
• Hypertension medications
• Phenothiazines
• Medications that influence pupil size

Again, be sure the prescribing doctor is aware if any of the above are taken, or start to be taken while also using Pilocarpine Eye Drops. It won't hurt to double-check with a doctor or pharmacist about any other medication, including over-the-counter types.

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Clients who buy Pilocarpine Eye Drops from Kiwi Drug will also receive peace of mind knowing their order is in the experienced hands of New Zealand's oldest and most-trusted online pharmacy. We're subject to the same regulatory oversight as our real-world counterparts, and your personal data is protected with state-of-the-art security software. We will never share your personal information with any third parties.

Clients will need a prescription to buy Pilocarpine Eye Drops. If you don't have one, you're welcome to take advantage of our online doctor services for no additional charge. Simply add the product to your cart, initiate checkout, and answer the questions about your medical history and other medications being taken to see if you qualify.

Patients who already have a prescription to buy Pilocarpine Eye Drops will be given options to transfer it to us after completing checkout.

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