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Description
ATROPINE EYE OINTMENT is an anticholinergic medicine that is used to relieve eye pain caused by swelling and inflammation of the eye. It is used for the treatment of uveitis (inflammation of the middle layer of the eye).
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for ATROPINE EYE OINTMENT
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for ATROPINE EYE OINTMENT
Redness of the eye
Blurred vision
Dry eyes
Eye discomfort
Sensitivity to light
Uses of ATROPINE EYE OINTMENT
What is it prescribed for?
Uveitis
This medicine is used for the treatment of uveitis (inflammation of the uvea, the middle layer of the eye) caused by an injury, surgery, or infection.
Iritis
This medicine is used to relieve eye pain caused by swelling and inflammation of the iris.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The effect of this medicine can be observed within minutes of administration.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to atropine or any other inactive ingredient present along with the formulation.
Narrow angle glaucoma
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from narrow-angle glaucoma due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
Other medicines
This medicine may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Driving or operating machinery
This medicine may cause symptoms such as blurred vision, sensitivity to light, etc. If you experience any such symptoms during treatment with this medicine, it is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery until your vision is clear.
Contamination
Do not touch the tip of the tube or container to any surface since this may lead to contamination by bacteria. Patients are advised to take all hygienic precautions to ensure that the medicine is not contaminated.
Other uses
Your doctor may prescribe this medicine for indications other than those stated above in certain specific circumstances, especially if other medicines are not effective. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor in such cases.
Missed Dose
Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Phenylephrine
Donepezil
Pilocarpine (Ophthalmic)
Carbachol (Ophthalmic)
Galantamine
Acetylcholine (Ophthalmic)
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Use this medicine exactly as prescribed. Do not administer in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine relaxes the muscles in the eye and thereby relieves pain and inflammation of the eye.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Ophthalmic preparations, Mydriatics
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 9 Jul 2020
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