Isopto Carpine Eye Drops are used to treat glaucoma, presbyopia and ocular hypertension. They also prevent or reduce increased pressure in the eye during and after certain types of laser eye surgery. They are also used during an eye exam to constrict the pupil. Isopto Carpine Eye Drops treat glaucoma and ocular hypertension by allowing excess fluid to drain from the eye. Isopto Carpine Eye Drops treat presbyopia by reducing the size of the pupils, which helps to see objects up close.

Use Isopto Carpine Eye Drops only as directed by your doctor. Please use them sparingly, and use them for only what your doctor ordered. To do so may increase the chance of too much medicine being absorbed into the body and the chance of side effects.

To use the Isopto Carpine Eye Drops:

• Wash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.
• Tilt your head back and, pressing your finger gently on the skin just beneath the lower eyelid, pull the eyelid away from the eye to make a space. Drop the medicine into this space.
• Let go of the eyelid and gently close the eye. Do not blink. Keep the eye closed for 1 or 2 minutes to allow the medicine to be absorbed by the eye.
• If you think you need to get the drop of medicine into your eye properly, repeat the process with another drop.
• Serious damage to the eye and possible loss of vision may result from using contaminated eye medicines. Do not touch the applicator tip on any surface to keep the medicine germ-free. Also, keep the container tightly closed.

• Poor Illumination: Patients should be advised not to drive or use machinery if their vision is unclear.
• Preexisting Retinal Disease :A thorough examination of the retina, including funduscopy, is advised in all patients before initiating therapy.
• Iritis: Isopto Carpine Eye Drops are not recommended when iritis is present.
• Primary Congenital Glaucoma: Caution is advised when using Isopto Carpine Eye Drops in pediatric patients with primary congenital glaucoma for control of IOP, as cases of a paradoxical increase in IOP have been reported.
• Contact Lens Wear: Contact lens wearers should be advised to remove their lenses before installing Isopto Carpine ophthalmic solution and to wait 10 minutes after dosing before reinserting their contact lenses.
• Pediatric Use: The safety and effectiveness of Isopto Carpine ophthalmic solution in pediatric patients have been established.
• Geriatric Use: No overall differences in safety or effectiveness have been observed between elderly and younger patients.

Isopto Carpine Eye Drops may cause common side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• blurred or dim vision
• stinging, burning, or discomfort in the eye
• itching or redness of the eye
• tearing or swelling of the eye
• headache

Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:

• sudden onset of flashing lights, floaters or loss of vision
• sweating
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea.

How do Isopto Carpine Eye Drops work?

Isopto Carpine Eye Drops lowers the amount of fluid in the eye so that the pressure goes down when you have glaucoma. It also prevents high eye pressure due to surgery.

Can you drive after using Isopto Carpine Eye Drops?

Isopto Carpine Eye Drops can make it harder to see at night. It can also make it more difficult for your eyes to adjust and focus on things. Be careful driving or doing dangerous activities in poorly lit areas after using Isopto Carpine Eye Drops, or ask someone to drive you or help you with tasks.

Can you wear contact lenses with Isopto Carpine Eye Drops?

A preservative in Isopto Carpine Eye Drops can damage your lenses. Make sure to remove your contacts before putting in Isopto Carpine Eye Drops, and wait 10 minutes before putting them back in your eyes.

What are the side effects of  Isopto Carpine Eye Drops?

Temporary irritation/burning/stinging of the eye, temporary blurred vision, poor vision in dim light, headache, or brow ache may occur.