Dapiprazole is used for:
Decreasing the size of the pupil after certain eye examinations or surgery.
Dapiprazole is an antimydriatic. It works by blocking the smooth muscle contraction of the iris, which helps to decrease the size of the pupil.
Do NOT use dapiprazole if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in dapiprazole
- you have acute iritis (inflammation of the front portion of the eye)
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using dapiprazole:
Some medical conditions may interact with dapiprazole. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with dapiprazole. However, no specific interactions with dapiprazole are known at this time.
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if dapiprazole may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use dapiprazole:
Use dapiprazole as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Dapiprazole is usually administered at your doctor's office, hospital, or clinic.
- Dapiprazole is for use in the eye only. Avoid contact with other mucous membranes.
- Dapiprazole must be mixed before using. To use dapiprazole, first, wash your hands. Tilt your head back. Using your index finger, pull the lower eyelid away from the eye to form a pouch. Drop the medicine into the pouch and gently close your eyes. Immediately use your finger to apply pressure to the inside corner of the eye for 1 to 2 minutes. Do not blink. Remove excess medicine around your eye with a clean tissue, being careful not to touch your eye. Wash your hands to remove any medicine that may be on them. To prevent germs from contaminating your medicine, do not touch the applicator tip to any surface, including your eye. Keep the container tightly closed.
- If dapiprazole is cloudy or discolored, do not use it.
- If you miss a dose of dapiprazole, contact your doctor immediately.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use dapiprazole.
Store mixed medicine at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C), for 21 days. If dapiprazole is cloudy or discolored, discard it. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep dapiprazole out of the reach of children and away from pets.