Tobacin Eye Drop

Tropicamide Eye prep
0.3% W/W
Aristo Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Pack size 5ml
Dispensing mode
Source
Agent
Retail Price 46.27 NPR

Indications

Tobacin Eye Drop is used for: Uveitis, Production of mydriasis

Adult Dose

Ophthalmic Production of mydriasis Adult: Instill 1-2 drops of a 0.5% solution 15-20 minutes before examination.

Child Dose

Ophthalmic Production of mydriasis Child: Instill 1-2 drops of a 0.5% solution 15-20 minutes before examination.

Renal Dose

Administration

Contra Indications

Contraindicated in persons showing hypersensitivity to any component of this preparation.

Precautions

Elderly, children, pregnancy. Hypertension, hyperthyroidism, DM, cardiac disorders. To reduce systemic absorption, press on the lacrimal sac for 1-2 minutes following instillation. Do not drive or engage in hazardous activities and protect eyes from bright illumination when pupils are dilated. May fail to produce adequate cycloplegia in children.

Pregnancy-Lactation

Interactions

May antagonise effects of ophthalmic carbachol, pilocarpine, or cholinesterase inhibitors.

Adverse Effects

Side effects of Tropicamide Eye prep : Transient stinging, blurred vision, photophobia and superficial punctate keratitis have been reported with the use of tropicamide. Increased intraocular pressure has been reported following the use of mydriatics. Dryness of the mouth, tachycardia, headache, allergic reactions, nausea, vomiting, pallor, central nervous system disturbances and muscle rigidity have been reported with the use of tropicamide.

Mechanism of Action

Tropicamide is a tertiary amine antimuscarinic which causes relaxation of the sphincter muscle of the iris resulting in pupillary dilatation. It also causes paralysis of the ciliary muscle leading to loss of accommodation.

Note

Tobacin 0.3% W/W Eye Drop manufactured by Aristo Pharmaceuticals Ltd.. Its generic name is Tropicamide Eye prep. Tobacin is availble in Nepal. Farmaco Nepal drug index information on Tobacin Eye Drop is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.

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