Carbachol Ophthalmic - Carbachol - Ophthalmic Solution Generic Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Carbachol Ophthalmic
• Carboptic, Isopto Carbachol
• KAR-buh-coal, off-THAL-mick

Carbachol Ophthalmic Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this product with others.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.
• Symptoms of overdose may include blurred vision, increased saliva, fainting, irregular heartbeat, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, asthma, and increased sweating.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you should miss a dose, apply as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose.
• In that case, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Medicinal Applications

• This medication reduces pressure in the eye.
• It is used to treat glaucoma.

Read Before Using Carbachol Ophthalmic (precautions)

• Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you have.

Drug Interactions

• This drug can affect the way your body responds to other drugs.
• Tell your doctor what prescription and nonprescription drugs you are taking.
• Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Carbachol Ophthalmic Storage Instructions

• Store solution in a cool, dark place.
• Discard the solution if it changes color, becomes cloudy or contains particles.

Usage Instructions

• To apply eye drops, wash hands first.
• To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the tip of the dropper or let it touch your eye.
• Tilt your head back, gaze upward and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch.
• Place dropper directly over eye and administer the prescribed number of drops.
• Look downward and gently close your eye for 1 to 2 minutes.
• Try not to blink and do not rub the eye.
• Do not rinse the dropper.
• If more than one type of eye drop is to be used, wait at least 5 minutes before using any other eye medication.

Possible Side Effects

• Headache, or temporary burning or stinging may occur initially.
• These effects should disappear as your body adjusts to the medication.
• Vision may be temporarily blurred or unstable after applying eye drops.
• Use caution if driving or performing duties requiring clear vision.
• This medication may cause vision problems in poor light.
• Use caution especially when driving at night.
• Inform your doctor if you develop.