Atropine Sulfate Ophthalmic

Generic Name : Atropine Sulfate Ophthalmic

TradeName : Tropine, Atropair, Atropisol, Atropine, IsoptoAtropne

Why it is prescribed (Indications) : Atropine sulfate is used before eye examinations to dilate (open) the pupil, the black part of the eye through which you see. It also is used to relieve pain caused by swelling and inflammation of the eye.

When it is to be taken : Follow the instructions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor to explain any part that you do not understand.Follow the instructions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor to explain any part that you do not understand.

How it should be taken : Atropine sulfate comes in eyedrops and eye ointment. Your prescription label tells you how many drops or how much ointment to use for each application.
If you are to use the eyedrops, follow these instructions:
(1) Wash your hands thoroughly

Special Instruction :
1. Do not use more of this medication than an instructed.
2. Do not stop using it without consulting your doctor.
3. Keep the tip of the dropper or ointment tube from touching your eye, your hands, or any other sources of contamination.
4. If you forget to take a dose,apply the medication as soon as you remember it and apply any remaining doses for that day at evenly spaced intervals. However, if you remember a missed dose at the time the next one is due, apply only the regularly schedule dose. Do not apply two doses at one time.

Side Effects :
1. If you sensitive to bright light, wear dark glasses and avoid driving a car or operating dangerous machinery.
2. Dry mouth, red or dry skin, fever, fast pulse, heart palpitations, mental confusion, difficulty urinating and blurred vision are frequent. The side effect should go away a few days after you stop using this drug. If it does not, contact your doctor.
3. Eye irritation,redness and swelling of the eyelids are harmless.

Other Precautions :
1. Tell your doctor if you have glaucoma. Atropine sulfate can affect the way your body responds to other drugs.
2. Beofre you use it, tell your doctor what prescription and nonprescription medications, without consulting your doctor.
3. When your doctor tells you to stop using this medication, through away and unused portion.
4. Do not allow anyone else to use this medication.

Storage Conditions :
Keep the container tightly closed and out of the reach of children. Store this medication at room temperature, away from excess heat. Do not allow it to freeze.