Tropicamide

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Molecule Description

Tropicamide belongs to a class of anticholinergics. Tropicamide works by relaxing specific eye muscles.

Uses

Eye examination
Other diagnostic procedures

Contraindications

When should one not use Tropicamide

Glaucoma
Allergic reaction to Tropicamide

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Temporary blurred vision, pain, irritation, redness, increase in pupil size, increased pressure in the eye (which may cause headache)
Eyes become sensitive to light
Mild stinging in the eyes
Dizziness, fainting, decreased blood pressure
Nausea and rash
Headache
Mood changes
Fast heartbeats
Difficulty in breathing

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

The effect of Tropicamide on the fetus is not known, consult your doctor if you are pregnant, your doctor will tell you on the use of this medicine after assessing the benefits over risks.

Breast Feeding

Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding as no information is available on the use of Tropicamide if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will tell you about the use of this medicine after assessing the benefits over risks.

Driving

This medicine may make it difficult for you to drive as your vision may be blurred after putting the drops. Hence wait until your vision is clear before driving.

Alcohol

No information is available on interactions of Tropicamide when taken with alcohol, consult your doctor or pharmacist for further information.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You experience an increase in the pressure in your eye
You feel changes in behaviour (especially in infants and children)
Your eyes are red and you are not able to use medicines called Belladonna Alkaloids

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

This medicine is used to widen (dilate) the pupil of the eye in preparation for specific eye examinations. Tropicamide relaxes the muscles of the eyes, so the pupil of the eye does not contract during an eye examination or other diagnostic procedures.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Anti-allergy medicines (Diphenhydramine, Meclizine)
Pain-relieving medicine (Dicyclomine)
Medicine for heartbeat abnormalities (Quinidine)
Medicines which inhibit a neurochemical (Anticholinergics like Benztropine, Trihexyphenidyl)
Tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., Amitriptyline)

Interactions with food items

No information is available on interactions of Tropicamide when taken with food, consult your doctor or pharmacist for further details.

Dietary Restrictions

No information is available on dietary restrictions while you are taking Tropicamide, consult your doctor or pharmacist for further information.

Dosage

Overdose

An overdose of Tropicamide is less likely to cause any significant harmful effects. But it is advisable to inform your doctor if you happen to take an overdose of the medicine.

Missed a Dose

If you are on a schedule and you miss a dose, then instill the eye drops when you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, do not put the eye drops, go back to the regular dosing schedule but do not take a double dose.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Inform the doctor about your detailed medical and surgical history. Inform your physician if you have glaucoma and drug allergies. Inform if you are pregnant, lactating or planning a pregnancy.

Apply little pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.

Try to cover your eyes when you go out. Try to wear sunglasses and protect your eye from dust and direct sunlight.

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