What is Cyclopentolate ophthalmic?
Cyclopentolate relaxes the muscles of your eye and causes them to dilate (widen) the pupil. Cyclopentolate is an ophthalmic (for your eyes) medication that helps dilate the pupil to prepare you for an eye examination. Cyclopentolate ophthalmic can also be used for other purposes not covered in this guide.
Adverse effects of Cyclopentolate Ophthalmic
See a doctor immediately. If you experience any of the following symptoms that indicate an allergic reaction, symptoms of hives: difficulty breathing or swelling of your lips, face, and throat.
Contact your family caregivers immediately in the event that you are suffering from:
- Blurred vision blurred vision, pain, or seeing halos around light sources;
- Intense burning or redness of your eyes;
- Drowsiness;
- Constipation with little or no urination;
- Dry mouth (or nose), reduced the amount of sweating;
- Fast heartbeats; or
- Fever, skin eruption, or flushing (warmth, redness, warmth, or tingly sensation).
Children and infants may be more likely to suffer adverse effects resulting from cyclopentolate ophthalmic. At least for 30 minutes after a child is treated with cyclopentolate ophthalmic, look out for the following consequences:
- Loss of coordination
- Strange behaviors;
- Experiencing a sense of excitement or anxiety;
- Confusion, speech problems, or
- Feeding problems and stomach bloating.
Common adverse effects of cyclopentolate eye drops could be:
- Blurred vision
- Mild eye irritations or the appearance of redness
- Puffy eyes; or
- The eyes are less sensitive to light.
This is not a comprehensive list of possible side effects, and other side effects could be experienced. Contact your physician to seek medical advice on the effects. You can report any symptoms to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Related drugs
Atropine Ophthalmic, Phenylephrine Eye Drops, Isopto Hyoscine, Homatropine Ophthalmic, Opthalmic Tropicamide, Cyclogyl, and Mydriacyl
Warnings
It is not recommended to take this medication if you suffer from angle-closure glaucoma.
Prior to use this drug
It is not recommended to take cyclopentolate ophthalmic if you've ever suffered an extremely allergic reaction to cyclopentolate's eye or if you suffer from angle-closure glaucoma. To ensure that cyclopentolate ophthalmic is suitable for you, inform your doctor that you have glaucoma.
The FDA classification for pregnant women is C. It isn't known whether cyclopentolate's effects on the eyes will affect an unborn child. Consult your physician if you are pregnant. It isn't known if the ophthalmic cyclopentolate is absorbed into breast milk or if it is harmful to nursing infants. Consult your physician if you are breastfeeding a baby.
What is Cyclopentolate?
This medication is usually administered approximately 40–50 minutes prior to an eye exam or any other procedure.
A doctor will put drops of eye medication into your eyes.
After receiving the drops, keep your eyes closed for about 2 or 3 minutes with your head tilted down without blinking or squinting. Make sure to gently press your finger on the inside of the eye to prevent the liquid from leaking into the tear duct.
Cyclopentolate can cause problems with feeding an infant. When cyclopentolate has been administered to your baby, be sure to wait at least four hours before feeding your infant.
Details on dosage
Usual Adult Dose for Refraction:
Dose 1 or 2 drops of the drug into the eye(s) once. You can repeat every 5–10 minutes if required.
Comments A: Comments: 0.5 percent, 1%, and 2% solutions could be employed.
Utilized to cause mydriasis, mydriasis, and cycloplegia
Usual Adult Dose for Pupillary Dilation:
Take 1 to 2 drops of the drug into the eye(s) once. You can repeat the procedure in 5 to 10 minutes, if necessary.
Comments Comment: Comments: 0.5 percent, 1%, and 2% solutions could be utilized.
It is used to cause mydriasis and cycloplegia.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Refraction:
Infants Instill a drop of 0.5 percent solution into the eye(s) at least once.
Comments:
In order to reduce absorption, pressure must be placed on the nasolacrimal sac for about 2 to 3 minutes.
The infant should be watched for a minimum of 30 minutes after the injection.
Children: Instill 1 or 2 drops into the eye(s) once. You can repeat the process in 5 to 10 minutes if required. You can use 0.5 percent or a solution of 1%.
Comments: The initial dose for children can be administered using the 0.5 percent, 1%, or 2 percent solution.
It is used to cause mydriasis and cycloplegia.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Pupillary Dilation:
Infants Take 1 drop of 0.5 percent solution into each eye(s) every time.
Comments:
In order to reduce absorption, pressure must be applied to the nasolacrimal sac over a period of between 2 and 3 minutes.
The infant must be monitored for a minimum of 30 minutes after the injection.
Children: Instill 1 or 2 drops into the eye(s) once. You can repeat every 5–10 minutes, if necessary. Use the 0.5 percentage or solution of 1%.
Comments: The initial dose for children can be administered using the 0.5 percent or 1% solution, or the 2 solutions of %.
It is used to cause mydriasis, cycloplegia, and mydria.
What happens if I miss the dose?
Because cyclopentolate is only used when it is needed and is not part of a daily dosing schedule, any daily dose schedule.
What happens if I overdose?
Get medical attention in an emergency or contact the Poison Help Line toll-free at 1-800-222-1222.
What should be avoided?
Cyclopentolate ophthalmic may cause blurred vision for as long as 24 hours after taking it. Be aware if you are driving or doing any other activity that requires you to clearly see.
Cyclopentolate ophthalmic can also cause your eyes to be more sensitive to sunlight. As long as the effects last, ensure your eyes are protected from bright or sun-lit lighting.
Interaction with other drugs
It is unlikely that other medications you consume in the form of injections or orally could affect the cyclopentolate in your eyes. However, many medicines are able to interact with one another. Inform your healthcare professionals about all medications you are taking, which includes medications that are prescribed and available over the counter, vitamins, and herbs.
