Tropicamide, Eye

Mydriatic, Cycloplegic · Anticholinergic

Indications

Mydriatic and cycloplegic (with a rapid recovery of accommodation) for refraction.

Dosage

Adults & Children: 1 or 2 drops of either strength at 1-5 min intervals. If patient not examined within 30 min an additional drop should be used.

Adverse Effects

Transient stinging, raised intra-ocular pressure, local irritation, hyperaemia, oedema, conjunctivitis after prolonged use. Dry mouth, blurred vision, photophobia, tachycardia, dry skin, urinary retention, headache. Psychotic reactions.

Risk Factor (Pregnancy/Lactation)

Pregnancy: Risk cannot be ruled out. Lactation: Caution advised or effect undetermined. Contraindications: Narrow angle glaucoma. Soft contact lenses. Precautions: Inflamed eye. To reduce systemic absorption put pressure over lacrimal sac for 1 min after instillation of drops.

Pharmacokinetics

Onset: Rapid. Duration: 3-8 hrs. Mydriasis may persist for 24 hrs. Time to peak effect: 15-60 mins.

Brands with this active ingredient

• Mydolate
• Mydrex
• Mydriacyl
• Mydromide
• Mydropic
• Ophth-dilate
• Tromid
• Tropic

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