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Iopidine

apraclonidine
Used for Glaucoma
Used for Glaucoma

Iopidine (apraclonidine) 1% is an eye drop used to prevent high eye pressure in adults after certain eye procedures. It belongs to the alpha adrenergic agonist drug class. The typical dosage is one drop in the eye(s) 1 hour before surgery, followed by a second drop in the same eye(s) after the procedure. Potential side effects of Iopidine (apraclonidine) include irregular heartbeat and eye inflammation.

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Kristianne Hannemann, PharmD
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Daisy Chau, PharmD
Last reviewed on September 9, 2024
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What is Iopidine (apraclonidine)?

What is Iopidine (apraclonidine) used for?

How Iopidine (apraclonidine) works

Iopidine (apraclonidine) is an alpha adrenergic agonist. When it's used in the eye, it reduces the amount of fluid in the eye. When there's less fluid inside the eye, the eye pressure goes down.

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Drug Facts

Common BrandsIopidine
Drug ClassAlpha agonist
Controlled Substance ClassificationNot a controlled medication
Generic StatusLower-cost generic available
AvailabilityPrescription only
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Frequently asked questions about Iopidine (apraclonidine)

What are some side effects of Iopidine (apraclonidine)?
Less than 2% of people reported side effects from Iopidine (apraclonidine) in studies. Some potential side effects of this medication include higher upper eyelids, irregular heartbeat, and eye inflammation. You might also feel dizzy or drowsy from the eye drops. Don't drive until you feel better. Tell your prescriber if you experience any bothersome side effects or signs of an allergic reaction (e.g., redness, swelling, or itching around your eyes).
How is Iopidine (apraclonidine) given?
Iopidine (apraclonidine) is usually given by a trained healthcare professional during your eye procedure. One drop is usually placed in the eye(s) before your surgery, and another drop is placed in the same eye(s) at the end of the surgery.
Is Iopidine (apraclonidine) over the counter?
No, Iopidine (apraclonidine) isn't available over the counter (OTC). It requires a prescription and is typically given by a healthcare professional.
How long does it take for Iopidine (apraclonidine) to work?
Iopidine (apraclonidine) starts to lower eye pressure within 1 hour and reaches its peak effect in about 3 to 5 hours.
What is the difference between Iopidine (apraclonidine) and apraclonidine eye drops?
Iopidine (apraclonidine) and apraclonidine 0.5% eye drops both contain the same active ingredient. The main difference is that Iopidine (apraclonidine) is available in 1% eye drops as a brand-name only version, and the generic version is available in 0.5% eye drops. Both medications are used to lower pressure in the eye(s). But Iopidine (apraclonidine) eye drops are specifically used to prevent high pressure in the eye(s) after certain eye procedures. Generic apraclonidine 0.5% eye drops are used with other medications to lower eye pressure due to other eye conditions.
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Iopidine (apraclonidine) dosage forms

The average cost for 24 eye droppers of 0.1ml of 1% of Iopidine (apraclonidine) is $662.22 with a free GoodRx coupon. This is 21.47% off the average retail price of $843.32.
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0.1ml of 1%24 eye droppers$662.22$27.59
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Interactions between Iopidine (apraclonidine) and other drugs

Iopidine (apraclonidine) may interact with certain medications or supplements. Always let your doctor and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking. The list below does not include all possible drug interactions with Iopidine (apraclonidine). Please note that only the generic name of each medication is listed below.

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

  • Iobenguane I 131
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What are alternatives to Iopidine (apraclonidine)?

There are a number of medications that your doctor can prescribe in place of Iopidine (apraclonidine). Compare a few possible alternatives below.
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Pilocarpine eye drops
Used for:

  • High pressure in the eye

  • Glaucoma (open-angle or acute angle-closure)

  • Prevention of high eye pressure due to laser eye surgery

  • Shrinking the size of the pupils (miosis)

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References

Best studies we found

Harrow Eye, LLC. (2023). Iopidine 1%- apraclonidine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution solution/ drops [package insert]. DailyMed.

PubChem. (n.d.). Apraclonidine.

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