Acetylcholine Ophthalmic Dosage

Usual Adult Dose for Production of Miosis

0.5 to 2 mL should be instilled into the anterior chamber before or after securing one or more sutures.

Comments:

• Any anatomical hindrance to miosis should be released to permit the desired effect of the drug.
• In cataract surgery, this drug should be used only after delivery of the lens.

Uses:

• Obtaining miosis of the iris in seconds after delivery of the lens in cataract surgery
• Penetrating keratoplasty, iridectomy and other anterior segment surgery where rapid miosis may be required

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Precautions

Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 18 years.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Data not available

Other Comments

Administration advice:

• Instillation should be gentle and parallel to the iris face and tangential to pupil border.
• The solution should be prepared immediately before use.
• If the solution is not clear and colorless, it should not be used.
• Any unused solution should be discarded.

Storage requirements:

• Store below 25 C.
• Do not freeze.

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

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