Carpine 0.5% Injection
Prescription RequiredProduct introduction
Carpine 0.5% Injection is used in the treatment of dry mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer. It works by reducing abnormal dryness of the mouth which makes speaking and swallowing easier.
Carpine 0.5% Injection must be administered by a healthcare professional in the hospital or in a clinical setting. You should not self administer this medicine at home.
The most common side effects of this medicine are headache, sweating, frequent urge to urinate, and flu syndrome. If you experience such symptoms that persist or worsen, or any other symptoms which you think may be due to this medicine, inform your doctor.
It is not advised to drive after using this injection as it may decrease your alertness and make you feel dizzy.
Uses of Carpine Injection
Benefits of Carpine Injection
In Dry mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer
Radiation therapy to the head, face, or neck may also cause dry mouth. It can take 6 months or longer after radiation therapy ends for the salivary glands to start producing saliva again. Carpine 0.5% Injection helps to increase the secretions of body fluids, particularly saliva and this helps to improve dry mouth due to radiation therapy. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered.
Side effects of Carpine Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Carpine
- Flu-like symptoms
- Headache
- Sweating
- Frequent urge to urinate
How to use Carpine Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Carpine Injection works
Carpine 0.5% Injection is a cholinergic agonist. It works by reducing abnormal dryness of the mouth that may occur in certain immune disorders or due to radiation therapy for head and neck cancer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Carpine 0.5% Injection.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Carpine 0.5% Injection during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Carpine 0.5% Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
Driving
NOT RELEVANT
Not relevant, as Carpine 0.5% Injection is intended for use in hospitalized patients.
Kidney
CAUTION
Carpine 0.5% Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Carpine 0.5% Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Use of Carpine 0.5% Injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Carpine 0.5% Injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Carpine Injection?
If you miss a dose of Carpine 0.5% Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Inform your doctor if you have eye inflammation, suffer from asthma, liver, kidney or heart diseases, Parkinson’s disease, stomach ulcer, have problems in passing urine, high blood pressure, narrow angle glaucoma (increased eyeball pressure due to obstruction to the outflow of fluid).
- Drink sufficient water to reduce dehydration due to excessive sweating caused by Carpine 0.5% Injection.
- The back layer of your eye (fundus) may be examined before starting Carpine 0.5% Injection therapy.
- Do not drive or operate machinery as Carpine 0.5% Injection causes dizziness and blurring of vision especially in the night.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Alkaloid derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Cholinomimetic Alkaloids- Pilocarpine
Interaction with drugs
Taking Carpine with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Pilocarpine may increase the effect of Donepezil.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Pilocarpine may increase the effect of Galantamine.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor cardiac function and may modify the doses if required.
Patient concerns
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FAQs
Does Carpine 0.5% Injection increase or decrease heart rate?
Carpine 0.5% Injection can decrease the heart rate. However, it does not increase the heart rate.
Does Carpine 0.5% Injection cause weight gain/increase blood pressure?
Carpine 0.5% Injection increases blood pressure. However, no clinically relevant effect on weight has been reported with the use of Carpine 0.5% Injection.
Does Carpine 0.5% Injection help dry eyes?
Yes, Carpine 0.5% Injection helps dry eyes by increasing the production of tears.
Does Carpine 0.5% Injection work?
Carpine 0.5% Injection acts by increasing the activity of chemical acetylcholine, thereby, increasing the secretion from various glands including salivary glands and tear glands. Due to its cholinergic effect, it also constricts the pupil of the eye and improves the outflow of aqueous humor (fluid in within the eye) contributing to reduction in eyeball pressure.
Does Carpine 0.5% Injection cause blurred vision/hair loss?
Yes, Carpine 0.5% Injection causes blurred vision. But, it does not cause hair loss.
How does Carpine 0.5% Injection affect heart rate?
Carpine 0.5% Injection decreases heart rate by increasing the effect of a chemical called as acetylcholine.
How does Carpine 0.5% Injection lower intraocular pressure?
Carpine 0.5% Injection lowers intraocular pressure by constricting the ciliary muscle of the eyes, therefore increasing the outflow of fluid (aqueous humor) from posterior part of the eye.
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Name: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: May, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Carpine 0.5% Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: May, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Carpine 0.5% Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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