Homatropine

Homatropine is an anticholinergic medication used before and after certain eye surgeries. It is used before eye examinations and to treat certain eye conditions such as uveitis. This medication works by dilating the pupil of the eye.

You should inform your doctor if:

• you are allergic to homatropine, or to any belladonna alkaloids
• you have a personal or family history of glaucoma, brain damage, or down's syndrome
• you have other eye conditions like keratoconus or spastic paralysis

Before using this medication, tell your doctor of all prescription and over the counter products you may be using. Also, keep him informed of any other allergies that you may have.

For those who are prescribed to use this medication on a regular schedule, it is advised to use it 2 to 3 times every day, every 3 to 4 hours, or as directed by your doctor. Contact lense should be removed before using the eye drops and should be worn after 15 minutes.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

• Eye Inflammation

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

• Myasthenia Gravis

• Narrow Angle Glaucoma

• Hypersensitivity

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

• Eye Irritation

• Eye Itching

• Stinging Sensation

• Blurred Vision

• Dizziness

• Oedema

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  No interaction found

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of effect of this medication vary as per the pathological conditions of the patients. It is about 6 hours to 4 days in the case of Mydriasis whereas 10-48 hours in the care of Cycloplegia.

• What is the onset of action?

  The onset of action of this medication is about 10-30 minutes in the case of mydriatic whereas 30-90 minutes in the case of cycloplegic.

• Is it habit forming?

  There are no habit forming tendencies found.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of this medication, 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.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Homatropine as ingredient

• Homarin Forte Eye Drop

  Klar Sehen Pvt Ltd

• Homacid 2% W/V Eye Drop

  Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Homide 2%W/V Eye Drop

  Indoco Remedies Ltd

• Ha2 Eye Drop

  Optho Remedies Pvt Ltd

• Homatropine Eye Drop

  Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

This medicine acts as a competitive antagonist of a muscarinic class of acetylcholine receptors. It blocks cholinergic signaling pathways, blocking the response of iris sphincter muscles and making the pupils unresponsive to light after dilation.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Lab Test

  No interactions found

• Interaction with Medicine

  This medication interacts with the following medicine which include quinidine, diphenhydramine, meclizine, dicyclomine, benztropine, trihexyphenidyl, isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, safinamide, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and amitriptyline.

  No interactions found

• Interaction with Food

  No interactions found

• Interaction with Disease

  No interactions found.

• Ques : What is Homatropine?

  Ans : This medication is used before and after certain eye surgeries to treat certain eye conditions such as uveitis.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Homatropine before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Homatropine?

  Ans : This medication should be taken in the dosage as prescribed by the doctor.

• Ques : Should I use Homatropine empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication can be taken before or after food.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Homatropine?

  Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

• Homatropiner-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 10 June 2022].Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/homatropine

• Homatropine-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 10 June 2022].Available from:

  https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB11181

• HOMATROPINE drop,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 10 June 2022].Available from:

  https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=HOMATROPINE