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Miochol-E TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: inert substance, acetylcholine

Brand name

(ARTG)

: MIOCHOL-E acetylcholine chloride 20mg/2mL powder for solution for intraocular irrigation ampoule

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What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

Miochol-E is used to obtain complete miosis of the iris in seconds after placement of the intraocular lens (IOL) in cataract surgery; and in penetrating keratoplasty, iridectomy and other anterior segment surgery where rapid miosis may be required.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine is a pack that contains more than one component.

Component :

  • Solution, powder for irrigation
  • Intraocular
  • White solid or powder in clear glass vials with grey butyl rubber stopper and aluminium cap.

Component :

  • Diluent, not applicable
  • Intraocular
  • Clear colourless solution in glass ampoule

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 25 degrees Celsius
  • Do not Freeze
  • Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

  • 1 x 20mg/2mL vial with diluent ampoule pack
  • 12 x 20mg/2mL vials with diluent ampoules pack

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?

(AHT)

For the active ingredient acetylcholine

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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