Demecarium Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Demecarium, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Demecarium brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Demecarium

Pronunciation : deh meh KARE ee um

Therapeutic Classification : Parasympathomimetic Agents

Brand Names or Trade Names of Demecarium

International :

Humorsol

Why is Demecarium Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a parasympathomimetic agent, prescribed for glaucoma. It increases the amount of fluid that drains from the eye.

When should Demecarium not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated to pregnant women, in patients with uveal inflammation, and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Demecarium?

Ophthalmic- The initial recommended dose is 1 or 2 drops (adults) in the glaucomatous eye.

How should Demecarium be taken?

It comes as eye drops to instill into the affected eyes.

What are the warnings and precautions for Demecarium?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart failure, high or low blood pressure, heart attack, asthma, stomach ulcer, epilepsy, overactive thyroid, Parkinson’s disease, urinary obstruction, who are taking other medications, any allergy, and in breastfeeding women.

• It may cause blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Avoid wearing contact lenses while using this medication.

• It may cause retinal detachment; consult with your healthcare provider before taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Demecarium?

Eye - Stinging, burning, excessive discharge of tears, lid muscle twitching, eye redness, brow ache, headache and induced shortsightedness.
Miscellaneous - Nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, urinary incontinence, salivation, sweating, difficulty in breathing, slow heart rate or heart irregularities.