Leaflet MIOCHOL-E 20mg powder and solvent for intraocular solution
- Product code:
- W56893001
- Quantity:
- 1
- Indicated for:
- miosis during ocular surgery
- Route of administration:
- intraocular / ophthalmic
- Substance:
- acetylcholine chloride (cholinergic agonist)
- ATC
- S01EB09 — Sensory organs | Antiglaucoma preparations and miotics | Parasympathomimetics
Acetylcholine chloride is a compound primarily used in ophthalmology to induce miosis (pupil constriction) during surgical procedures, such as cataract surgery. It is a parasympathomimetic agent that works by stimulating cholinergic receptors, mimicking the effects of natural acetylcholine.
This medication is used to facilitate surgical procedures by reducing pupil size, allowing the surgeon to work more precisely. Its effect is rapid and short-lasting, administered directly into the eye as a solution.
Acetylcholine chloride is generally well-tolerated but may cause local side effects, such as eye irritation or a burning sensation. Its use should be supervised by a specialist, and patients should inform their doctor of any pre-existing conditions or allergies.
This medication is used to facilitate surgical procedures by reducing pupil size, allowing the surgeon to work more precisely. Its effect is rapid and short-lasting, administered directly into the eye as a solution.
Acetylcholine chloride is generally well-tolerated but may cause local side effects, such as eye irritation or a burning sensation. Its use should be supervised by a specialist, and patients should inform their doctor of any pre-existing conditions or allergies.
General data about MIOCHOL-E 20mg
- Substance:
- acetylcholine chloride
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-07-2013
- Product code:
- W56893001
- Concentration:
- 20mg
- Pharmaceutical form:
- powder and solvent for intraocular solution
- Quantity:
- 1
- Product type:
- Original
- Prescription status:
- P-RF — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.