Carbachol
Information about Carbachol
Carbachol uses
Carbachol is used in the treatment of glaucoma.
How carbachol works
Carbachol is a cholinergic agonist. It works by allowing excess aqueous humour (fluid in the eye) to drain from the eye, thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. It also helps reverse the effect of medicines that increase the size of the pupil.
Common side effects of carbachol
Blurred vision, Headache, Sweating, Visual impairment, Corneal opacity, Persistent bullous keratopathy, Retinal detachment, Iritis (inflammation of the middle layer of the eye), Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Epigastric pain, Abdominal cramp, Urinary bladder tightness, Corneal edema, Prolonged drug effects, Eye inflammation, Eye pain, Increased intraocular pressure, Ocular hyperemia, Vomiting
Available Medicine for Carbachol
Expert advice for Carbachol
- Carbachol is given as an injection by the doctor during a clinical setting only.
- It makes your vision blurry. Avoid driving or attention-seeking activity until you know how it affects you.
- If you wear contact lenses, consult with your doctor when you can wear them or use them again.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions for Carbachol
Carbachol
Q. What is glaucoma?
A glaucoma is a group of eye disorders that damage the optic nerve, which is necessary for good vision. This damage is often caused by abnormally high pressure in your eye. Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness for people over the age of 60.
Q. Why is Carbachol used in glaucoma?
Carbachol is used to decrease pressure in the eye for people with glaucoma and thus reduce the risk of complete loss of vision.
Q. Does Carbachol cause blurred vision?
When Carbachol is given in the eye(s) for the first time, it can make your eyes watery and may sometimes cause blurred vision. If this happens, it will quickly clear. Make sure you can see clearly again before you drive, or use tools or machines.