Generic
Oxyphenonium Bromide 1% Eye prep
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At a glance
Oxyphenonium Bromide 1% Eye prep is an anticholinergic used for pupil dilatation. It blocks muscarinic receptors to relax the iris sphincter muscle and dilate the pupil.
Description
Oxyphenonium is an anticholinergic drug that inhibits muscarinic (cholinergic) receptors on smooth muscles and cardiac muscles to prevent the effect of acetylcholine. It does not cross the BBB and does not produce CNS effects.
Indications
- Dilatation of pupil
Therapeutic class
Ophthalmic Anticholinergic
Pharmacological class
Anticholinergic (Antimuscarinic)
Pharmacology
Oxyphenonium blocks muscarinic receptors of the iris sphincter muscle to cause pupil dilatation.
Mechanism of action
Dilates the pupil by relaxing the iris sphincter muscle.
Dosage
Adult Dose (Eye Drops):
- 1-2 drops as required
Administration
- For ophthalmic use only
- Do not touch dropper tip to eye
Missed dose
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember; skip if it's almost time for next dose; do not double the dose.
Side effects
Side Effects:
- Blurred vision
- Sensitivity to sunlight
Precautions & warnings
- Caution in patients with history of high blood pressure, increased eye pressure, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Contraindications
- Urinary obstruction
- Paralytic ileus
- Myasthenia gravis
Drug interactions
No known interactions.
Food interactions
No food interactions (eye drops).
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Caution during pregnancy; consult doctor.
Pregnancy Category: C — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Use in lactation
Use in Lactation: Caution during breastfeeding; consult doctor.
Pediatric use
Caution in children.
Geriatric use
Caution in elderly.
Renal / hepatic impairment
Renal Impairment: Caution in kidney disease; dose adjustment may be needed.
Hepatic Impairment: Caution in liver disease; dose adjustment may be needed.
Overdose effects
Overdose unlikely (topical use); symptomatic treatment.
Storage conditions
Store in a cool and dry place, away from light; keep out of reach of children.
Chemical structure
Oxyphenonium Bromide 1% Eye Drops