Atropine 1% Eye Drop 10ml

Introduction to Atropine 1% Eye Drop 10ml

It is important to always wash your hands before using Atropine 1 Eye Drop Use only the number of drops that your doctor has prescribed If you wear soft contact lenses remove them before using the drops and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back in If you are also using another eye medicine wait for at least 10 minutes before using it Please refer to the leaflet that comes with the medicine for a complete guide on how to use the drops and to ensure you get the most benefit Do not touch the tip of the dropper or bottle as this may lead to infection To get the most benefit from Atropine 1 Eye Drop use it regularly at the same time each day If you wish to stop using it consult your doctor first The most common side effects include eye irritation or pain watery or dry eyes blurred vision increased heart rate and elevated blood pressure There are other less common side effects that may affect other parts of the body some of which may be serious If you experience any bothersome side effects please refer to the leaflet that accompanies the medicine and consult your doctor Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine
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Is atropine a controlled substance?

No, it is available as prescription drug

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Is atropine a beta blocker /calcium channelblocker/adrenaline/ parasympathomimetic/vasopressor?

No, atropine belongs to class of medication called as anticholinergics or cholinergic antagonist

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Is atropine a narcotic drug?

No, it is not a narcotic. However, it is often available in combination with drugs that have abuse potential

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Does atropine increase blood pressure/decrease heart rate/sedation/urinary retention/increase contractility?

Atropine decreases heart rate and increases blood pressure It causes urinary retention as well as decreased contractility of gut and urinary bladder muscles. It does not cause sedation, on the contrary, it causes excitation, sleeplessness and agitation

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Does atropine cross placenta?

Yes, small amount of atropine can cause placenta. Always follow your doctor’s advice regarding its use

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Does atropine block activity of acetylcholine /nicotinic receptor?

Yes, atropine acts by inhibiting the activity of acetylcholine on muscarinic and nicotinic receptors.

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