Mio Chol Injection
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Product introduction
Mio Chol Injection belongs to a group of medicines called miotics. It is used for the treatment of glaucoma. It is used to decrease eye pressure during certain kinds of eye surgery.
Mio Chol Injection must be administered by a healthcare professional in the hospital or in a clinical setting. You should not self administer this medicine at home.
The common side effects include blurred vision, diarrhea, flushing, headache, and sweating. If these symptoms persist, inform your doctor. They may be able to suggest ways to prevent or reduce the side effects.
Mio Chol Injection must be administered by a healthcare professional in the hospital or in a clinical setting. You should not self administer this medicine at home.
The common side effects include blurred vision, diarrhea, flushing, headache, and sweating. If these symptoms persist, inform your doctor. They may be able to suggest ways to prevent or reduce the side effects.
Uses of Mio Chol Injection
Benefits of Mio Chol Injection
In Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, the health of which is vital for good vision. This damage is often caused by an abnormally high pressure in your eye. Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness for people over the age of 60 or older. Mio Chol Injection is used to reduce swelling and pressure inside the eye. This helps to prevent complications of glaucoma such as blindness and improves the vision.
Side effects of Mio Chol Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Mio Chol
- Blurred vision
- Diarrhea
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Headache
- Sweating
How to use Mio Chol Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Mio Chol Injection works
Mio Chol Injection is a cholinergic agonist. It works by allowing excess aqueous humour (fluid in the eye) to drain from the eye, thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. It also helps reverse the effect of medicines that increase the size of the pupil.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Mio Chol Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Mio Chol Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mio Chol Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Mio Chol Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mio Chol Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Mio Chol Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mio Chol Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Mio Chol Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Mio Chol Injection?
If you miss a dose of Mio Chol Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Mio Chol Injection is given as an injection by the doctor during a clinical setting only.
- It makes your vision blurry. Avoid driving or attention-seeking activity until you know how it affects you.
- If you wear contact lenses, consult with your doctor when you can wear them or use them again.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Quaternary Ammonium Compound
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Cholinomimetic Alkaloids- Pilocarpine
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is glaucoma?
A glaucoma is a group of eye disorders that damage the optic nerve, which is necessary for good vision. This damage is often caused by abnormally high pressure in your eye. Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness for people over the age of 60.
Why is Mio Chol Injection used in glaucoma?
Mio Chol Injection is used to decrease pressure in the eye for people with glaucoma and thus reduce the risk of complete loss of vision.
Does Mio Chol Injection cause blurred vision?
When Mio Chol Injection is given in the eye(s) for the first time, it can make your eyes watery and may sometimes cause blurred vision. If this happens, it will quickly clear. Make sure you can see clearly again before you drive, or use tools or machines.
I am experiencing headaches after the start of the treatment with Mio Chol Injection. Is this normal?
Yes, headache is a common side-effect of Mio Chol Injection. You may ask your doctor to recommend a suitable painkiller. If the headache continues, speak with your doctor.
When should I seek a doctor’s advice?
You should contact your doctor immediately if you develop an eye infection, conjunctivitis, or an eyelid reaction. Also, you should inform the doctor if you have an eye injury or eye surgery. Discuss with your doctor if you have to continue using Mio Chol Injection.
Can I use Mio Chol Injection with contact lenses?
No, you should remove your contact lenses before the administration of this medicine. You can re-insert the lens 15 minutes after using Mio Chol Injection. Contact your doctor if there is any eye irritation that persists.
Can I use an eye drop along with Mio Chol Injection?
Always consult your doctor before using any eye drops along with Mio Chol Injection. It is advisable to give a gap of atleast 10-15 minutes between the two medications.
In which conditions the use of Mio Chol Injection should be avoided?
Use of Mio Chol Injection should be avoided in patients who are allergic to it or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are given this medicine for the first time, consult your doctor.
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Name: Appasamy Ocular Device Pvt Ltd
Address: 20,SBI Officers' colony, First Street, Arumbakkam, Chennai (Madras) - 600 106, Tamil Nadu, INDIA
Country of origin: India
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