Carbachol Ophthalmic Dosage
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 2, 2025.
Applies to the following strengths: 0.01%; 0.75%; 1.5%; 2.25%; 3%
Usual Adult Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Intraocular Hypertension
Instill no more than 0.5 mL into the anterior chamber of the affected eye(s) for the production of miosis during ocular surgery.
Comments:
- Miosis is usually maximal within 2 to 5 minutes after application.
- This drug may be instilled before or after securing sutures.
Uses:
- To obtain miosis during surgery
- To reduce the intensity of intraocular pressure elevation in the first 24 hours following cataract surgery
Usual Adult Dose for Production of Miosis
Instill no more than 0.5 mL into the anterior chamber of the affected eye(s) for the production of miosis during ocular surgery.
Comments:
- Miosis is usually maximal within 2 to 5 minutes after application.
- This drug may be instilled before or after securing sutures.
Uses:
- To obtain miosis during surgery
- To reduce the intensity of intraocular pressure elevation in the first 24 hours following cataract surgery
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:
- The manufacturer product information should be consulted.
- Intraocular solution: For single-dose intraocular use only; discard unused portion
- Ophthalmic solution: For topical use only; not for injection
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