Mitomycin Ophthalmic Dosage
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 3, 2024.
Applies to the following strengths: 0.2 mg; 0.02%; 0.04%
Usual Adult Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Glaucoma
- Usual dose: 0.2 mg applied with saturated sponges (provided in the kit) equally to the treatment area with surgical forceps
- Duration of therapy: 2 minutes
Comments:
- This drug should not be administered intraocularly.
- After 2 minutes, sponges and preparation materials should be discarded in a chemotherapy waste bag.
Use: As an adjunct to ab externo glaucoma surgery
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
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Precautions
This drug is not recommended for use in children.
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
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Other Comments
Administration advice:
- Sponges should be fully saturated with the entire amount prior to application, and should be arranged in a single layer on the treatment area.
- Forceps may be used to hold the sponges to the treatment area.
Storage requirements:
- Protect from light.
- Reconstituted product may be stored at room temperature for up to 1 hour.
Reconstitution/preparation techniques:
- This drug should be reconstituted with 1 mL of sterile water for injection, then the vial should be shaken to dissolve.
- If dissolution does not occur immediately, the vial should be allow to stand at room temperature until dissolution occurs.
Patient advice:
- Advise patients to speak to their healthcare provider if they become pregnant, intend to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
- Patients should be cautioned of the potential for complications associated with toxicity from this drug.
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