Prescription Required

Atro Eye Drop

by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Atropine (1% w/v)

₹17₹15

12% off
Atro Eye Drop

Introduction to Atro Eye Drop

Always wash your hands before using Atro 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. Read the leaflet that comes with the medicine for a full guide on how to use the drops and get the most benefit. Do not touch the tip of the dropper or bottle. This may lead to infection. You should use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit and it is best done at the same time each day. If you want to stop using it, consult your doctor first.

The most common side effects are irritation or pain in the eye, watery or dry eyes, blurred vision, increased heart rate, and blood pressure. There are other, less common, side effects affecting other parts of the body, some of which may be serious. Read the leaflet that comes with the medicine and consult your doctor if you are bothered by any side effects. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Safety Advice for Atro Eye Drop

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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Atro 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.

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Atro Eye Drop is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.<BR>Milk secretion may decrease.

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Atro Eye Drop may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

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How Atro Eye Drop works

Atro Eye Drop is an anticholinergic medication. It works by making the pupil of your eye larger and relaxes the muscles in your eye, allowing proper examination. It also helps reduce inflammation or swelling in the eye (uveitis or iritis).

How To Use Atro Eye Drop

  • This medicine is for external use only. Take 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 extra liquid.

Side Effects Of Atro Eye Drop

  • Eye pain
  • Stinging sensation
  • Blurred vision
  • High blood pressure
  • Increased heart rate

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FAQ's on Atro Eye Drop

Is atropine eye drops safe?

Patients should wash hands after using the eye drops and great care should be taken to avoid getting the product into the mouth. Due to the risk of provoking hyperpyrexia, atropine should only be used with great caution when the ambient temperature is high or the patient has a fever.

Why is atropine poisonous?

Discussion. Atropine causes anticholinergic toxicity; physostigmine reverses this by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase.

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

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

Does atropine cross placenta?

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

Is atropine an agonist or antagonist?

Atropine is an antagonist of cholinergic receptors

Is atropine a poison?

Because of the hallucinogenic properties, some have used the drug recreationally, though this is potentially dangerous and often unpleasant. In overdoses, atropine is poisonous.

Is atropine a controlled substance?

No, it is available as prescription drug

Is atropine a narcotic drug?

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

Does atropine block activity of acetylcholine /nicotinic receptor?

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

How long should you use atropine eye drops?

Inflammation of the eye (uveitis/iritis): 1 drop to be dropped into each eye, up to a maximum of 3 times daily Eye disorder which may cause blurred vision (refraction): 1 drop to be dropped into each eye, twice daily for 1-3 days before examination.

What are atropine eye drops used for?

Ophthalmic atropine is used before eye examinations to dilate (open) the pupil, the black part of the eye through which you see. It is also used to relieve pain caused by swelling and inflammation of the eye.

How long does it take for a dilated eye to get back to normal?

Everyones eyes react differently to the dilation drops. It usually takes 15 to 30 minutes for your pupils to open completely. Most people are back to normal within about 4 to 6 hours. But for you, the effects could wear off more quickly, or they could last much longer.

What is flurbiprofen eye drops used for?

Flurbiprofen ophthalmic is used to prevent or reduce changes in the eye that may occur during eye surgery. Flurbiprofen ophthalmic is in a class of medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It works by stopping the release of certain natural substances that cause pain and swelling.

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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Atro Eye Drop

by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Atropine (1% w/v)

₹17₹15

12% off
Atro Eye Drop

Atro Eye Drop

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