Tropicamide

Tropicamide is a drug used to help in the treatment of eyes, by initiating the dilation of pupils. It especially assists in the examination of the back portion of the eyes. It helps to paralyse certain muscles of the eyes for some specific diagnosis of the vitreous humour, lens or retina. It also helps to relax the muscles and help in the widening of the pupils, a process known as mydriasis. The eye drop may also be used after surgery of the eye.

Tropicamide cannot be administered to you if you are allergic to any of the ingredients which compose the drug or if you are a patient of glaucoma. Precautionary measures must also be taken in case you are on any other dietary supplements or prescription drugs. It is best to avoid the medicine if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or a lactating mother.

Some medicines containing carbachol or pilocarpine may interact with Tropicamide thereby reducing the effectiveness of the drug. It is important to seek advice from your doctor before using the medicine.

Tropicamide may cause slight irritation of the eyes, blurred vision and increase sensitivity to sunlight. It is best to avoid driving, also advisable to protect eyes from bright light with the use of sunglasses.

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.

• Stinging In The Eyes

• Blurred Vision

• Dry Mouth

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?

  Optimide 1% eye drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• 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 doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

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

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 Tropicamide, 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.

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 Tropicamide as ingredient

• Tropac Eye Drop

  Optho Remedies Pvt Ltd

• Tropicon Plus Eye Drop

  Klar Sehen Pvt Ltd

• Triocyl Eye Drop

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Tmide 1% Eye Drop

  Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Dilatine 1% Eye Drop

  Jawa Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Ahlmide Eye Drop

  Ahlcon Parenterals India Limited

• Ahlmide P Eye Drop

  Ahlcon Parenterals India Limited

• Tropac P 0.8%/5% Eye Drop

  Optho Remedies Pvt Ltd

• Tropicacyl Plus Eye Drop

  Sunways India Pvt Ltd

• Tropicamet Plus 0.8%/5% Eye Drop

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries 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 works by combining to receptors contained within the eye muscles and obstructs these receptors as well. It functions by obstructing responses of the iris sphincter. This produces pupil dilation ciliary muscle paralysis.

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.