Pilocarpine Ophthalmic Solution (Rx)
Pilocarpine Ophthalmic Solution (Rx)
Pilocarpine 2% Ophthalmic Solution is a eye medication used to treat neurogenic keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) and primary glaucoma in dogs.
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Safety Information
Avoid touching the dropper tip against the eyes or any other foreign objects. Eye drops and droppers must be kept clean for safe administration.
Warnings
Pre-existing retinal disease: A thorough examination of the retina is recommended for all patients before starting Pilocarpine.1
Iritis: Caution is advised in patients with iritis.1
Human Warnings
Poor illumination: Exercise caution when driving at night or in other conditions with poor illumination.1
Congenital glaucoma: Caution is advised for pediatric patients with primary congenital glaucoma.1
References
- Highlights of Prescribing Information. Somerset Pharma LLC, https://somersetpharma.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Pilocarpine-PI.pdf. Accessed 1 July 2025.
- Pilocarpine Ophthalmic. Medline Plus National Library of Medicine, https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682874.html. Accessed 1 July 2025.