Miscellaneous ocular agents:
Indications for: MIOSTAT
To obtain miosis during eye surgery. To reduce the intensity of intraocular pressure elevation in the first 24 hours after cataract surgery.
Adult Dosage:
See full labeling. Withdraw contents into a dry sterile syringe and replace the needle with an atraumatic cannula prior to intraocular instillation. Gently instill no more than ½ mL into the anterior chamber; may be instilled before or after securing sutures. Usually within 2–5 mins after application for maximal miosis effects.
Children Dosage:
Not established.
MIOSTAT Warnings/Precautions:
For single-dose intraocular use only. Acute cardiac failure. Bronchial asthma. Peptic ulcer. Hyperthyroidism. GI spasm. Urinary tract obstruction. Parkinson's disease. Latex allergy. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
MIOSTAT Classification:
Cholinergic.
Adverse Reactions:
Corneal clouding, persistent bullous keratopathy, retinal detachment, postoperative iritis; flushing, sweating, epigastric distress, abdominal cramps, tightness in urinary bladder, headache.
How Supplied:
Single-use vial (1.5mL)—12
