About acetylcholine
Cholinergic miotic agent
Used for
- Temporarily constricts the pupil during eye surgery.
Usual adult dose
Eye surgeon injects into the front chamber of the eye during surgery; dose depends on the procedure.
Usual dose in children
Specialist-administered dose depends on the eye procedure; pediatric use is limited.
Common side effects
- Temporary eye redness or inflammation
- Raised eye pressure
- Corneal swelling
- Rare slow heartbeat or breathing problems
Important warnings
- For use by an eye surgeon during surgery only.
- Avoid if allergic to acetylcholine or formulation ingredients.
- Use cautiously with asthma, heart disease, or eye inflammation.
- May cause temporary blurred vision or impaired focusing.
Pregnancy
Human pregnancy data are limited; use only when the eye surgeon considers it necessary.
Breastfeeding
Transfer into breast milk is unlikely after local eye use; data are limited.
Interactions
- Other pupil-constricting medicines may intensify its effects.
- Tell the surgical team about all medicines, especially medicines affecting heart rate or blood pressure.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.