Drug Information
| Drug Generic Name | CYCLOPENTOLATE HYDROCHLORIDE |
| Drug Class | MYDRIATICS AND CYCLOPLEGICS |
| Chapter | Eye |
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Indications: cycloplegia for refraction in young children. Cautions: - raised intra-ocular pressure. -Patients should be warned not to drive for 1–2 hours after mydriasis -Toxic systemic reactions to and cyclopentolate may occur in the very young and the very old Side Effects: transient stinging and raised intra-ocular pressure; on prolonged administration, local irritation, hyperaemia, oedema and conjunctivitis may occur. Dose: Apply once and the action lasts for up to 24 hours. |
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