Aceclidine Ophthalmic Side Effects

Applies to aceclidine ophthalmic: ophthalmic solution.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have:

• seeing flashes of light or "floaters" in your vision; or

• severe vision problems, including vision loss.

Common side effects may include:

• headache;

• eye redness;

• eye irritation after using the eye drops; or

• dim or dark vision.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

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For healthcare professionals

Applies to aceclidine ophthalmic: ophthalmic solution.

General adverse events

The most common adverse reactions included instillation site irritation, dim vision, and headache. The majority of adverse reactions were mild, transient, and self-resolving.^[Ref]

Nervous system

• Very common (10% or more): Headache (13%)

Ocular

• Very common (10% or more): Instillation site irritation (20%), dim vision (16%)
• Common (1% to 10%): Conjunctival hyperemia, ocular hyperemia

Other miotics:

• Frequency not reported: Retinal tear and detachment

Rare cases of retinal tear and detachment have been reported with miotics when used in susceptible individuals and those with preexisting-existing retinal disease.

Further information

Aceclidine 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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