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Introduction to Carpine Eye Drop
The common side effects include eye pain, irritation, or blur the vision. These are usually temporary and only last for a short time. However, if these symptoms persist or worsen, check with your doctor. It is not advised to drive after using this medicine.
Safety Advice for Carpine Eye Drop
- Moderate risk
- High risk
- Safe
No interaction found/established
Carpine Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Carpine Eye Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Carpine Eye Drop may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.<BR>Carpine Eye Drop can cause difficulty in adapting to the dark and blurred vision which may affect your ability to drive.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
How Carpine Eye Drop works
Carpine Eye Drop is a cholinergic agonist. It works by allowing excess aqueous humour (fluid in the eye) to drain from the eye, thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. It also helps reverse the effect of medicines that increase the size of the pupil.
How To Use Carpine Eye Drop
- This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.
Side Effects Of Carpine Eye Drop
- Accomodation disorder
- Eye irritation
- Eye pain
- Visual impairment
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FAQ's on Carpine Eye Drop
How does Carpine affect heart rate?
Carpine decreases heart rate by increasing the effect of a chemical called as acetylcholine
Does Carpine cause blurred vision/hair loss?
Yes, Carpine causes blurred vision. But it does not cause hair loss
Does Carpine increase or decrease heart rate?
Carpine can decrease the heart rate. However, it does not increase the heart rate
Does Carpine work?
Carpine acts by increasing the activity of chemical acetylcholine, thereby, increasing the secretion from various glands including salivary glands and tear glands. Due to its cholinergic effect, it also constricts the pupil of the eye and improves the outflow of aqueous humor (fluid in within the eye) contributing to reduction in eyeball pressure
How does Carpine lower intraocular pressure?
Carpine lowers intraocular pressure by constricting the ciliary muscle of the eyes, therefore increasing the outflow of fluid (aqueous humor) from posterior part of the eye.
Does Carpine help dry eyes?
Yes, Carpine helps dry eyes by increasing the production of tears
Does Carpine cause weight gain/increase blood pressure?
Carpine increases blood pressure. However, no clinically relevant effect on weight has been reported with the use of Carpine
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