Minims Pilocarpine (Pilocarpine Nitrate) is a prescription medication used to treat eye conditions such as glaucoma. Glaucoma is a disease that damages the eye’s optic nerve when fluid builds up and increases pressure inside the eye. Minims Pilocarpine is also used to reverse the effects of eye drops, which cause the pupil to enlarge. The active ingredient in Minims Pilocarpine is Pilocarpine Nitrate. Pilocarpine Nitrate belongs to a class of medications called miotic agents. It works by making the eye pupil smaller and decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye.
Manufacturer Information
We currently offer the brand Minims Pilocarpine from Canada manufactured by Bausch & Lomb in the strength of 2%/0.5 ml dropperettes.
Get medical help immediately if you have any of these signs or an allergic reaction while using Minims Pilocarpine. The most common side effects of Minims Pilocarpine may include the following:
• Blurred vision;
• Dizziness;
• Eye irritation;
• Headache
Contact your doctor right away if you have any of the severe side effects, including:
• Abnormally slow heartbeat;
• Signs of an allergic reaction, such as trouble breathing, hives, swelling of the face, lips, or throat
These are not all of the side effects of Minims Pilocarpine. Always contact your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
You should not use Minims Pilocarpine if you are allergic to Pilocarpine Nitrate or any ingredient in Minims Pilocarpine. Before you start using this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, especially if you:
• Are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed;
• Are pregnant or planning to become pregnant;
• Have an inflammation of the iris;
• Have heart disease;
• Have high blood pressure;
• Have Parkinson’s disease;
• Have stomach ulcers;
• Have urinary tract obstruction;
• Wear soft contact lenses
Tell your doctor about all your medications, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be drug interactions between Minims Pilocarpine and other medicines, like corticosteroids, pethidine, antihistamines, antidepressants, other eye drops, etc. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. It is unknown if Minims Pilocarpine will harm a fetus. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed. It is unknown if Pilocarpine Nitrate passes into breast milk or if it may harm your nursing infant. Use this medicine exactly as your doctor prescribes. Minims Pilocarpine is an eye drop. Instill two drops into the affected eye 3 to 4 times daily. Do not take this drug by mouth. Wash your hands before and after using this medicine. Tilt your head back and gently pull your lower eyelid away from your eye to make a pouch. Instill the drops into this pouch, let go of the eyelid, and gently close your eyes. Do not blink. Keep your eyes closed and apply pressure to the inner corner of the eye with your finger for a minute or two to prevent excessive absorption into your body. Do not touch the dropper or applicator tip on any surface, including your eye. If you use contact lenses, remove them before using the eye drops. Wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting the lenses. This medication may reduce your vision, especially at night. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medicine affects you. Store this drug at room temperature, away from light and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.