Mydrate
Rx- Company:
- Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Eye Drop
- Pack size:
- 5ml drop
৳ 120/unit
Pack: ৳ 120
At a glance
Cyclopentolate Hydrochloride 1% Eye prep — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.
Description
Cyclopentolate Hydrochloride 1% Eye prep is used before eye examinations and for treatment of certain eye condition called uveitis. It works by enlarging the pupil of the eyes and helps the doctor visualize the eye more closely. It also reduces redness and swelling in the eyes after cataract surgery. Cyclopentolate Hydrochloride 1% Eye prep is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Refrain from touching the tip of the dropper to any surface to avoid contaminating the eye drops. Using Cyclopentolate Hydrochloride 1% Eye prep can make your eyes more sensitive to light. Thus, wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from sunlight and other bright lights. The common side effects include burning sensation, irritation, or temporarily blurring of the vision. Usually, these symptoms resolve quickly. However, if the symptoms persist for a longer duration, contact your doctor. It is not advised to drive after using this medicine as it may cause blurring of the vision. Cyclopentolate Hydrochloride 1% Eye prep is used to dilate or enlarge the pupil of the eye so that the doctor can examine the back of the eyeball. It may also be used to reduce pain in certain eye conditions.
Indications
• Eye examination • Uveitis
Mechanism of action
Cyclopentolate is an anticholinergic. It produces dilatation of the pupil and paralysis of accommodation. Has a shorter duration of action than atropine.
Dosage
Adult Dose: Ophthalmic Mydriasis and cycloplegia for diagnosis Adult: Instill 1-2 drops into the affected eye/s repeated after 5-15 minutes. Child Dose: Ophthalmic Mydriasis and cycloplegia for diagnosis Child: Instill 1-2 drops of a 1% solution repeated after 5-15 minutes. Infants ?3 mth: Not recommended.
Administration
This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.
Missed dose
If you miss a dose of Cyclopentolate Hydrochloride 1% Eye prep, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Side effects
Common: • Eye irritation • Foreign body sensation in eyes • Blurred vision • Eye itching • Stinging in the eyes • Increased intraocular pressure • Burning sensation in eye
Precautions & warnings
[UNSAFE] Cyclopentolate Hydrochloride 1% Eye prep may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear. Cyclopentolate Hydrochloride 1% Eye prep enlarges the pupil for eye examination and is commonly used in adults. It also reduces inflammation (redness and swelling) after cataract surgery. Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop. Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution. Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer. Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Contraindications
Children under 3 months of age, Glaucoma, or people with a tendency to glaucoma because of a shallow anterior chamber, Conditions where the gut is not functioning properly, resulting in an obstruction in the bowel (paralytic ileus), Children with organic brain syndromes, including congenital or neuro-developmental abnormalities such as epilepsy. This medicine should not be used if history of allergies to one or any of its ingredients.
Drug interactions
Plasma concentration may be increased with the use of cimetidine, diltiazem, disulfiram, methylphenidate, ritonavir, and verapamil. Side-effects are increased by adrenaline, amiodarone, general anesthetics, SSRIs, antihistamines, antimuscarinics, antipsychotics, anxiolytics and hypnotics, clozapine, disopyramide, diuretics, flecainide, MAOIs, moclobemide, moxifloxacin, nefopam, nicorandil, noradrenaline, phenothiazine, pimozide, procainamide, propafenone, quinidine, selegiline, sibutramine, sotalol, terfenadine, thioridazine, and tramadol. Effects of adrenergic neurone blockers, clonidine, barbiturates, nitrates, and primidone are reduced while effects of baclofen, opioid analgesics, and thyroid hormones are enhanced with concomitant use of cyclobenzaprine. Carbamazepine and rifampicin may increase metabolism of cyclobenzaprine. Effects may be antagonized by oestrogens. Avoid use with brimonidine, entacapone, artemether with lumefantrine, or sibutramine. CNS effects may be enhanced by other CNS depressants.
Food interactions
No interaction found/established
Use in pregnancy
[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Cyclopentolate Hydrochloride 1% Eye prep may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Use in lactation
[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Cyclopentolate Hydrochloride 1% Eye prep is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. To reduce the amount of Cyclopentolate Hydrochloride 1% Eye prep that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.
Renal / hepatic impairment
No interaction found/established No interaction found/established
Common questions
I AM SUFFERING FROM UVEITIS FROM LAST 2 YEARS PL SUGEST ME THE DOCTOR DELHI NCR Eye 7 Centre for sight Shroff eye hospital Blur image in left eye, redness buy no itching Used eye drops, ocunepa Get ur eye examination by Sending picture of the eye she is washing eye with water n using drops Eye spa Get your eye examination by doctor I am feeling itching in my eyes from past 2 days and water is also coming from my eyes. As I have allergy from dust this might be because of it as 3-4 days back when I was riding a bike dust came into my eyes. What I need to do to get rid of it? use genteal eye drops , vigamox eye drops 3 times per day . show to eye doctor Sir, I have my left eye (-0.75) number's of my glass, now I am feeling much stress in the both eyes. Would you suggest me Regarding it. I am professional in auto cad operator ( works on computer) Thank you show to eye doctor for check up . use genteal eye drops eye drops 4 times per day Eye Dr's hv advised Just Tears. Last month left eye reddened, felt like spec in my eye. Was advised TOBA plain. After one month again same eye reddened for 2 -3 days. Used just tears and cleared after 3 days Now the right had the same problem. Morning eye waters and during day ok. use genteal eye drops , vigamox eye drops 3 times per day for 2 weeksshow to eye doctor I wear specs, sometimes it itches so much that it becomes red Evrydy my eyes gets watery Plz help use systane ultra eye drops , olopine eye drops 3 times per day for 2 months . consult ur eye doctor I have itching in my right eye from yesterday's evening. I have already gone for home remedy but its not working. Help me use genteal eye drops . show to eye doctor