Manufacturer: Micro Labs Ltd
Salt Composition : Cyclopentolate(1% w/v)
Packet of 5ml Eye Drop
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Dilate Eye Drop is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Refrain from touching the tip of the dropper to avoid contaminating the eye drops.Using Dilate Eye Drop can make your eyes more sensitive to light. Thus, wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from sunlight and other bright lights. The common side effects include burning sensation, irritation, or temporarily blurring of the vision. Usually, these symptoms resolve quickly. However, if the symptoms persist for a longer duration, contact your doctor. It is not advised to drive after using this medicine as it may cause blurring of the vision.
Dilate Eye Drop is used to dilate or enlarge the pupil of the eye so that the doctor can examine the back of the eyeball. It may also be used to reduce pain in certain eye conditions.
Cyclopentolate is administered as a topical ophthalmic solution. Cyclopentolate has a rapid onset of action producing the maximum mydriatic and cycloplegic effects within 15—60 minutes following topical application to the eye. The duration of both effects is normally 24 hours.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Dilate
Eye irritation
Foreign body sensation in eyes
Blurred vision
Eye itching
Stinging in the eyes
Increased intraocular pressure
Burning sensation in eye
Closed-angle glaucoma, Down's syndrome, glaucoma. Cyclopentolate is contraindicated for use in patients with untreated narrow angle glaucoma (closed-angle glaucoma).
Contact lenses.
Children, seizure disorder, seizures.
Infants.
Pregnancy.
Breast-feeding.
Dilate Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
No interaction found/established
Dilate Eye Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
To reduce the amount of Dilate Eye Drop that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
This medication is a mydriatic and cycloplegic agent, prescribed for mydriasis, uveitis, iritis and cycloplegia. It dilates the pupil in the eyes.
CYCLOPENTOLATE interacts with a medicine used to treat dementia (donepezil), antipsychotics (clozapine), cholinergic agonist (methacholine, acetylcholine ophthalmic, bethanechol, carbachol ophthalmic).
Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Dilate Eye Drop, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Dilate Eye Drop enlarges the pupil for eye examination and is commonly used in adults.
It also reduces inflammation (redness and swelling) after cataract surgery.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
Q. What is the use of Dilate Eye Drop?
Dilate Eye Drop is a mydriatic-anticholinergic drug. It is used to enlarge the pupil of the eye (preventing the eye from focusing) and to paralyze the lens temporarily before an eye examination or surgery and
Q. Why is Dilate Eye Drop prescribed for microbial keratitis?
Dilate Eye Drop is prescribed for microbial keratitis to help in controlling pain and to prevent synechia (adherence of iris to cornea) formation
Q. How long does Dilate Eye Drop take to work?
Dilate Eye Drop takes about 30-60 min to work
