Tropicacyl Plus Eye Drop (Phenylephrine 5% / Tropicamide 0.8%)

Description

Tropicacyl Plus Eye Drops is a combination medicine which may be used for the dilation of eye pupil for diagnostic and surgical interventions in the conjunctival sac. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Tropicacyl Plus Eye Drops
Burning and stinging of eye
Blurred vision
Increased sensitivity of the eyes to sunlight
Uses of Tropicacyl Plus Eye Drops
What is it prescribed for?
Mydriasis
This medicine may be used to dilate the pupil for an eye examination or other diagnostic procedures.

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Phenylephrine, tropicamide or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Narrow-angle glaucoma
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from narrow-angle glaucoma due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.
Type I Diabetes mellitus
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who are suffering from type 1 diabetes mellitus due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.
Thyrotoxicosis
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who are suffering from thyrotoxicosis due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.
Ventricular tachycardia
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with ventricular tachycardia since it may worsen the condition of the patient.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
General warnings
Use in Children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Contact lens
Patients are advised to remove contact lenses prior to the administration of this medicine. The lenses may be reinserted post your examination as per your physician’s advice.
Driving or Operating machinery
This medicine is usually administered prior to diagnostic procedures of the eyes. Since you may suffer from symptoms such as blurred vision, drowsiness, sensitivity to light, etc., you are advised to avoid driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery as per your doctor’s instructions.
Other medicines
This combination medicine may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Since this medicine is usually given prior to eye procedures, the likelihood of missing a dose is very low.
Overdose
Since this medicine is administered in the clinic or hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions

General Instructions
This medicine should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report to the doctor all your current medicines including herbs and supplements as well as all your medical conditions before receiving this medicine.