Type:5ml drop
Generic Name:Tropicamide 0.5% Eye prep
Manufacturer:The Ibn Sina Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.
Price:৳60.22
Uveitis, Production of mydriasis
Ophthalmic Production of mydriasis Adult: Instill 1-2 drops of a 0.5% solution 15-20 minutes before examination.
Ophthalmic Production of mydriasis Child: Instill 1-2 drops of a 0.5% solution 15-20 minutes before examination.
Contraindicated in persons showing hypersensitivity to any component of this preparation.
Tropicamide is a tertiary amine antimuscarinic which causes relaxation of the sphincter muscle of the iris resulting in pupillary dilatation. It also causes paralysis of the ciliary muscle leading to loss of accommodation.
Elderly, children, pregnancy. Hypertension, hyperthyroidism, DM, cardiac disorders. To reduce systemic absorption, press on the lacrimal sac for 1-2 minutes following instillation. Do not drive or engage in hazardous activities and protect eyes from bright illumination when pupils are dilated. May fail to produce adequate cycloplegia in children.
Transient stinging, blurred vision, photophobia and superficial punctate keratitis have been reported with the use of tropicamide. Increased intraocular pressure has been reported following the use of mydriatics. Dryness of the mouth, tachycardia, headache, allergic reactions, nausea, vomiting, pallor, central nervous system disturbances and muscle rigidity have been reported with the use of tropicamide.
May antagonise effects of ophthalmic carbachol, pilocarpine, or cholinesterase inhibitors.
