Acetylcholine Ophthalmic Dosage
Applies to the following strengths: 1%
Usual Adult Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
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
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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.
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