Qlosi滴眼液应该如何使用

Qlosi eye drops, also known as pilocarpine hydrochloride eye drops, are packaged in innovative single-use vials and are specially used to treat presbyopia in adults, providing an alternative to reading glasses for people over 40 years old.

How to use Qlosi eye drops

Standard medication regimen

1. Instill one drop of Qlosi eye drops in each eye at a time.

2. Please make sure your hands are clean before use and avoid touching the mouth of the bottle.

3. If you need to extend the effect, you can reuse it 2-3 hours after the first use.

4. Use it up to twice a day, the effect can last up to 8 hours.

Correct method of eye drops

1. Please take off the contact lenses before use, and wait at least 10 minutes after instilling the drops before putting the contact lenses back on.

2. Tilt the head back and gently pull down the lower eyelid to form a pouch shape. Drop the solution into the conjunctival sac and avoid dropping it directly on the cornea.

3. After instilling the medicine, gently close your eyes for 1-2 minutes, and gently press the inner corners of the eyes with your fingers, which can reduce systemic absorption and improve local efficacy.

Combined medication management

1. If other eye drops are used at the same time, there should be at least 5 minutes between different drugs.

2. It is generally recommended to use solution eye drops first, then suspension, and finally eye ointment. Qlosi is a solution type and should be used first.

3. Single-use vials should be discarded immediately after each use. Each vial is for one use only.

Dose schedule

1. It is recommended to use the first dose when starting activities in the morning, and supplement the second dose in the afternoon as needed.

2. The effect usually begins to appear within 20 minutes after taking the medication, and reaches the peak effect in 1-2 hours.

What to do if you miss a dose

1. If you forget to take medication, you should take it as soon as you remember.

2. However, if it is close to the next medication time, skip this dose and continue medication as originally planned.

What are the other precautions for Qlosi eye drops

Visual safety precautions

1. Temporary blurred or dim vision may occur after taking the drug, especially in a dark environment. It is recommended not to drive or operate machinery until your vision is clear.

2. You need to be particularly careful when driving at night, because pupil contraction may reduce the amount of light entering the eyes.

3. If there is a sudden change in vision, flashes of light or an increase in floaters, you should seek medical examination immediately, as this may be a sign of retinal detachment.

Recommendations for use in special populations

1. Patients with iritis should use it with caution, as it may promote the formation of adhesions between the iris and the lens.

2. The safety of use in elderly patients over 65 years old has not been fully established. It is recommended to use it under the guidance of a doctor and closely monitor the reaction.

3. ​​Pregnant and lactating women should consult a doctor before use, and decide whether to use it after weighing the pros and cons.