Echothiophate iodide ophthalmic

Echothiophate iodide reduces pressure in the eye by increasing the amount of fluid that drains from the eye. This also causes the pupil to become smaller, reducing its response to light or dark conditions.

Echothiophate iodide ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to treat glaucoma, especially after cataract surgery. This medicine is also used to treat certain eye-focusing disorders.

Echothiophate iodide ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

You should not use this medicine if you have an eye condition called uveitis, or if you have angle-closure glaucoma (such as narrow-angle glaucoma).

You should not use echothiophate iodide if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

• an eye condition called uveitis; or
• angle-closure glaucoma (such as narrow-angle glaucoma).

To make sure this medicine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:

• myasthenia gravis;
• low blood pressure or slow heartbeats;
• asthma or other breathing disorder;
• stomach ulcer, irritable bowel syndrome;
• epilepsy or other seizure disorder;
• Parkinson's disease;
• a history of cataract surgery or eye problems;
• a history of problems with your retina (the membrane layer inside your eye that helps produce vision); or
• if you have recently had a heart attack.

Tell your doctor if you will be exposed to insecticide poisons (carbamate or organophosphate types) while you are using echothiophate iodide ophthalmic. Breathing in or absorbing these chemicals through your skin can increase certain side effects of the medicine. Wear a protective mask and clothing if you work with insecticide chemicals while you are using echothiophate iodide ophthalmic.

FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether echothiophate iodide ophthalmic will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medicine.

It is not known whether echothiophate iodide ophthalmic passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.

Avoid wearing contact lenses while inserting the eye drops. Ask your doctor how long after using the medicine you should wait before putting in contact lenses.

This medicine may cause blurred vision and may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert and able to see clearly.

Do not use other eye medications unless your doctor tells you to.

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on echothiophate iodide used in the eyes. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Echothiophate iodide reduces pressure in the eye by increasing the amount of fluid that drains from the eye. This also causes the pupil to become smaller, reducing its response to light or dark conditions.

Echothiophate iodide ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to treat glaucoma, especially after cataract surgery. This medicine is also used to treat certain eye-focusing disorders.

Echothiophate iodide ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on echothiophate iodide used in the eyes. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat certain types of glaucoma and other eye conditions (e.g., accommodative esotropia, synechial formation). It is also used to test for certain eye conditions (e.g., accommodative esotropia). It works by causing the pupil to shrink, decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye, and affecting certain eye muscles.

How to use Echothiophate Iodide Drops

Follow all directions supplied by the manufacturer for mixing the eye drops.

To apply eye drops, wash your hands first. To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the dropper to any surface or let it touch your eye.

If you are wearing contact lenses, remove them before using eye drops. Wait at least 15 minutes before replacing your contact lenses.

Tilt your head back, look upward, and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch. Hold the dropper directly over your eye and place one drop into the pouch. Let go of the eyelid and gently close your eyes. Place one finger at the corner of your eye (near the nose) and apply gentle pressure for 1 to 2 minutes. This will prevent the medication from draining out. Try not to blink and do not rub your eye. Repeat these steps for your other eye if so directed or if your dose is for more than 1 drop.

Remove extra solution around the eye with a tissue, and wash your hands to remove any medicine that may be on them. Do not rinse the dropper. Replace the dropper cap after each use.

If you are using another kind of eye medication (e.g., drops or ointments), wait at least 5 minutes before using the other medication. Use eye drops before ointments to allow the eye drops to enter the eye.

The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. Do not increase your dose or use more frequently than directed by your doctor. Doing so may increase the risk for serious side effects.

Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially: other eye medications, certain drugs for myasthenia gravis (e.g., pyridostigmine, neostigmine), succinylcholine.

This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.