Compare pilocarpine vs. Timolol

Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, ratings, and more.

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Lowers eye pressure and constricts the pupil.

Isopto Carpine (pilocarpine) is a very effective first choice medicine for treating high eye pressure to prevent the onset or worsening of glaucoma, but you may have to use up to 4 times daily.

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Upsides
  • It takes about 1 hour for Isopto Carpine (pilocarpine) to lower dangerously high eye pressure.
  • It does not require dose adjustments in patients with liver or kidney problems.
  • Available as a generic.
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Downsides
  • Isopto Carpine (pilocarpine) causes the pupil of the eye to become smaller, which results in dim vision, particularly at night.
  • Alternatives are easier to use than this medication, since it requires more drops throughout the day.
  • Isopto Carpine (pilocarpine) is a recommended choice, but it may not work for more serious conditions.
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Used for
  • Hypertension Migraine; Prophylaxis Ocular hypertension Open-angle glaucoma Postmyocardial infarction syndrome; Prophylaxis
  • Angina Anxiety Capillary hemangioma Essential tremor Extraction of cataract; Prophylaxis Hyperthyroidism; Adjunct Supraventricular arrhythmia
Dosage forms
  • Eye drops
  • Pill
  • Eye drops
  • Extended release
Price
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Side effects
The Isopto Carpine (pilocarpine) FDA package insert doesn’t have numbers about how common side effects are.
The Timoptic (Timolol) FDA package insert doesn’t have numbers about how common side effects are.
Risks and risk factors
  • Reduced visual acuity
  • Retinal disease
    • Retinal disease
  • Increased intraocular pressure in children
    • Use of Isopto Carpine (pilocarpine) in pediatric patients
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