Prescription Required

Pilagan Eye Drop

by Allergan India Pvt Ltd
Pilocarpine (2% w/v)

₹33₹30

9% off
Pilagan Eye Drop

Introduction to Pilagan Eye Drop

Pilagan Eye Drop is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using the medicine. Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, as it may contaminate the 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 Pilagan Eye Drop

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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Pilagan 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.

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Pilagan 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.

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Pilagan Eye Drop may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.<BR>Pilagan Eye Drop can cause difficulty in adapting to the dark and blurred vision which may affect your ability to drive.

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How Pilagan Eye Drop works

Pilagan 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 Pilagan 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 Pilagan Eye Drop

  • Accomodation disorder
  • Eye irritation
  • Eye pain
  • Visual impairment

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FAQ's on Pilagan Eye Drop

Does Pilagan work?

Pilagan 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

Does Pilagan cause weight gain/increase blood pressure?

Pilagan increases blood pressure. However, no clinically relevant effect on weight has been reported with the use of Pilagan

Does Pilagan help dry eyes?

Yes, Pilagan helps dry eyes by increasing the production of tears

How does Pilagan affect heart rate?

Pilagan decreases heart rate by increasing the effect of a chemical called as acetylcholine

How does Pilagan lower intraocular pressure?

Pilagan 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 Pilagan cause blurred vision/hair loss?

Yes, Pilagan causes blurred vision. But it does not cause hair loss

Does Pilagan increase or decrease heart rate?

Pilagan can decrease the heart rate. However, it does not increase the heart rate

Prescription Required

Pilagan Eye Drop

by Allergan India Pvt Ltd
Pilocarpine (2% w/v)

₹33₹30

9% off
Pilagan Eye Drop

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