Last update: Aug. 12, 2014
Safe. Compatible.
Minimal risk for breastfeeding and infant.
We do not have alternatives for Pilocarpine Ophtalmic Use since it is relatively safe.
Suggestions made at e-lactancia are done by APILAM´s pediatricians and pharmacists, and are based on updated scientific publications.
It is not intended to replace the relationship you have with your doctor but to compound it.
Your contribution is essential for this service to continue to exist. We need the generosity of people like you who believe in the benefits of breastfeeding.
Thank you for helping to protect and promote breastfeeding.
Pilocarpine Ophtalmic Use belongs to this group or family:
Main tradenames from several countries containing Pilocarpine Ophtalmic Use in its composition:
Variable | Value | Unit |
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Oral Bioavail. | Alta - Hig | % |
Molecular weight | 208 | daltons |
Protein Binding | 0 | % |
Tmax | 1,3 | hours |
T1/2 | 1,6 | hours |
Write to us at elactancia.org@gmail.com
e-lactancia is a resource recommended by La Liga de la Leche de Euskadi
Would you like to recommend the use of e-lactancia? Write to us at corporate mail of APILAM
Topical treatment of glaucoma. Like most ophthalmologic compounds for topical use, a low dose and poor absorption make it compatible with breastfeeding. Eye pomades are preferred, or, by pressing conjunctiva sack for a couple of minutes to lessen systemic absorption.