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Miotic, Antiglaucoma Preps · Parasympathomimetic agent

Indications

Lowers intraocular pressure in the treatment of glaucoma; cause miosis during surgery.

Dosage

Adults: Ophthalmic surgery (miosis): 0.5 mL instilled into anterior chamber before or after securing sutures. Glaucoma: 1-2 drops up to three times daily.

Administration

For single-dose intraocular use only. Open under aseptic conditions only. Discard unused portion. Stability: Store at 15°C-30°C (46°F-80°F).

Risk Factor (Pregnancy/Lactation)

Pregnancy: Risk cannot be ruled out.

Pharmacokinetics

Onset: Ophthalmic: 10-20 mins. Intraocular: 2-3 mins. Duration: Ophthalmic: 4-8 hrs. Intraocular: 24 hrs. Absorption: Penetrates intact corneal epithelium very poorly. Time to peak: Ophthalmic: 4 hrs. Intraocular: 2-5 mins.

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