What is this medicine?
CARBACHOL is used to decrease eye pressure during certain kinds of eye surgery.
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What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
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They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-difficulty urinating
-heart disease
-lung or breathing disease, like asthma
-Parkinson's disease
-stomach or intestine problems
-thyroid disease
-an unusual or allergic reaction to carbachol, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-breast-feeding
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
How should I use this medicine?
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This does not apply. This medicine will be given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting.
Overdosage: If you think you've taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
What if I miss a dose?
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This does not apply.
What may interact with this medicine?
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This medicine may interact with the following medications:
-cyclopentolate
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
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Tell your doctor or healthcare professional if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
This medicine can make your vision blurry. You may find it is difficult to see, especially at night. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that requires clear vision until you know how this medicine affects you.
If you wear contact lenses, ask your doctor or health care professional when you can use your lenses again.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
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Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
-allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-breathing problems
-eye pain
-fast, irregular heartbeat
-nausea, vomiting
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (Report these to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome.):
-blurred vision
-diarrhea
-flushing
-headache
-sweating
Where should I keep my medicine?
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This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.
Information on use before, during and after pregnancy.
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FIRST Trimester
Class C - Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. OR No animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women.
SECOND Trimester
Class C - Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. OR No animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women.
THIRD Trimester
Class C - Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. OR No animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women.
Lactation
Compatible - This drug is generally safe to take by nursing mothers.
