Classes
DEA Class; Rx
Common Brand Names; Mydriacyl, Tropicacyl
- Cycloplegics/Mydriatics
Description
Ophthalmic cycloplegic and mydriatic agent
Used for cycloplegic refraction and for dilating the pupil for diagnostic purposes
Contraindicated for use in glaucoma
Indications
Indicated for cycloplegia induction for refraction.
For mydriasis induction for examination of the fundus.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity
Known or suspected angle-closure glaucoma, presence of a shallow anterior chamber unless gonioscopic observation of the chamber angle is possible
Adverse Effects
- Increased IOP
- Transient stinging
- Dry mouth
- Blurred vision
- Photophobia with or without corneal staining
- Tachycardia
- Headache
- Parasympathetic stimulation
- Allergic reactions
Warnings
Hypertension, hyperthyroidism, diabetes mellitus, cardiac disorders
Remove contact lenses before instilling drops
Possibility of undiagnosed glaucoma should be considered
Risk of potentially dangerous CNS disturbances in Peds
May cause increased IOP
0.5% solution incapable of producing satisfactory cycloplegia
Pregnancy and Lactation
Pregnancy Category: C
Lactation: not known if distributed in milk
Maximum Dosage
1% solution: 5 drops/day/eye.
0.5% solution: 2 drops/day/eye
1% solution: 5 drops/day/eye.
0.5% solution: 2 drops/day/eye
1% solution: 5 drops/day/eye.
0.5% solution: 2 drops/day/eye
1% solution: 5 drops/day/eye.
0.5% solution: 2 drops/day/eye
Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Safety and efficacy have not been established.
How supplied
Tropicamide
ophthalmic solution
- 0.5%
- 1%