Yes, small amount of atropine can cause placenta. Always follow your doctor’s advice regarding its use
Is atropine eye drops safe?
Atropine 1% Eye Drop helps relieve these symptoms and improves eye health. It should be used as advised by the doctor to get the most benefit.
What is atropine 1% used for?
Atropine Solution is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of low heart rate (bradycardia), reduce salivation and bronchial secretions before surgery or as an antidote for overdose of cholinergic drugs or mushroom poisoning.
Is atropine a narcotic drug?
No, it is not a narcotic. However, it is often available in combination with drugs that have abuse potential
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.
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
Is atropine an agonist or antagonist?
Atropine is an antagonist of cholinergic receptors
Is atropine a controlled substance?
No, it is available as prescription drug
Does atropine block activity of acetylcholine /nicotinic receptor?
Yes, atropine acts by inhibiting the activity of acetylcholine on muscarinic and nicotinic receptors.
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.
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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