Epinephrine / Pilocarpine Ophthalmic Side Effects

Applies to epinephrine / pilocarpine ophthalmic: ophthalmic solution.

Important warnings This medicine can cause some serious health issues

Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any decrease in vision or an increase in "floaters” in your visual field.

Rarely, pilocarpine ophthalmic may cause retinal detachment.

Retinal detachment can lead to blind spots, floaters in your visual field, and even blindness.

Your doctor will want to check your retina before you use this medication to determine if you have an increased risk of retinal detachment.

Do not touch the dropper to any surface, including the eyes or hands.

The dropper is sterile.

If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in the eye.

Apply light pressure to the inside corner of the eye (near the nose) after each drop to prevent the fluid from draining down the tear duct.

Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities.

Epinephrine and pilocarpine ophthalmic may cause blurred or decreased night vision.

If you experience blurred or decreased vision, avoid these activities.

Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any decrease in vision or an increase in "floaters” in your visual field. Rarely, pilocarpine ophthalmic may cause retinal detachment. Retinal detachment can lead to blind spots, floaters in your visual field, and even blindness. Your doctor will want to check your retina before you use this medication to determine if you have an increased risk of retinal detachment.

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop using epinephrine and pilocarpine ophthalmic and seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:

• an allergic reaction (swelling of the lips, face, or tongue; difficulty breathing; shortness of breath; or hives);

• high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, or flushed skin); or

• an irregular or fast heartbeat.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to use epinephrine and pilocarpine ophthalmic and talk to your doctor if you experience

• burning, stinging, redness, or tearing of the eye;

• blurred vision;

• headache or brow ache;

• dizziness;

• decreased vision in poor light;

• nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea;

• watering mouth;

• sweating; or

• increased urination.

Colored deposits (spots) on the inner lining of the eyelid or on the surface of the eye may develop during chronic treatment with epinephrine and pilocarpine ophthalmic. These deposits are harmless.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

Further information

Epinephrine/pilocarpine ophthalmic side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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