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What is Echothiophate and why is it prescribed? Echothiophate is used to treat chronic open-angle glaucoma. Echothiophate helps by reducing fluid pressure in the eye. Echothiophate is also used to treat secondary glaucoma, for subacute or chronic angle-closure glaucoma after iridectomy or when someone cannot have surgery or refuses it. The drug is also prescribed for children with accommodative esotropia. Avoid exposure to certain pesticides or insecticides such as Sevin and Trolene. They can boost the side effects of Echothiophate. How should you take Echothiophate? Follow your doctors directions for taking Echothiophate. To use Echothiophate (1) To minimize drainage of Echothiophate into your nose, your doctor may instruct you to apply pressure with the middle finger to the inside corner of the eye for 1 to 2 minutes after placing the drops in your eyes, (2) Wipe off any excess Echothiophate around the eye with a tissue, and (3) Wash off any Echothiophate that may get onto your hands. If you miss a dose and you use 1 dose every other day: Apply the dose you missed as soon as you remember, if it is still the scheduled day. If you do not remember until the next day, apply it as soon as you remember, then skip a day and start your schedule again. If you use 1 dose a day: Apply the dose you missed as soon as you remember. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the dose you missed and go back to your regular schedule. If you use 2 doses a day: Apply the dose you missed as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Never apply two doses at once. You may keep the eye drops at room temperature for up to 4 weeks. Are there any Echothiophate side effects? Echothiophate side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Echothiophate side effects may include ache above the eyes, blurred vision, burning, clouded eye lens, cyst formation, decreased pupil size, decreased visual sharpness, excess tears, eye pain, heart irregularities, increased eye pressure, inflamed iris, lid muscle twitching, nearsightedness, red eyes, and stinging. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Echothiophate? If Echothiophate is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Echothiophate with drugs such as Enlon, Mestinon, or Tensilon, used to treat myasthenia gravis. Are there any special warnings about Echothiophate? Drugs such as Echothiophate should be used cautiously (if at all) if you have or have ever had: Bronchial asthma, Detached retina, Epilepsy, Extreme low blood pressure, Parkinson's disease, Peptic ulcer, Recent heart attack, Slow heartbeat, or Stomach or intestinal problems. If you notice any problems with your heart, notify your doctor immediately. Stop taking Echothiophate and notify your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following: breathing difficulties, diarrhea, inability to hold urine, muscle weakness, profuse sweating, or salivation. If you will be using Echothiophate for a long time, your doctor should schedule regular examinations to make sure that Echothiophate is not causing unwanted effects. Echothiophate may cause vision problems. Be careful when driving at night or performing tasks in dim or poor light. |
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