Optimide 1% Eye Drops 5ml

Introduction About O

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medicines called Anticholinergics agents. It is used to enlarge the pupil of
your eye (mydriasis) to allow for easier examination of the inside of the
eyeball and to relax the muscles in your eye (cycloplegia) when your vision is
being tested.

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tendency towards glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye). Before using this
medicine O
have inflamed eyes.

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women, consult your doctor before using this medicine. It is not recommended for
use in small infants and caution to be exercised in premature children. It
should be used with caution in elderly. The common side effects of O
EYE DROPS are temporary stinging sensation, or blurred vision. Consult your
doctor if symptoms do not improve.

Uses Of O

Used for:

• cycloplegia
• mydriasis

How O

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(colored portion at center of eye) and the ciliary muscle (produces fluid in eye
and changes shape of lens while focusing on an object) to cholinergic
stimulation, thus dilating the pupil (mydriasis).

How to use O

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ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands before use. Tilt your head back, pull down
your lower eyelid with a finger, until there is a pocket between the eyelid and
your eye. Do not touch any surface with the medicine.

Gently press on the base of the bottle to release one drop at a time, do not
squeeze the bottle. Press the corner of your eye with a finger for 2 minutes
immediately after use. Keep the eyelids closed for 2 minutes.

You should remove contact lenses before using this medicine and put them back 15
minutes afterwards as the medicine can change the color of the lens. Your doctor
will decide the right dose and duration for you depending on your age, body
weight and disease condition.

Side Effects Of O

Common

• temporary stinging
• blurred vision

Rare

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experience any of the following side effects:

• dizziness, headache, fainting, decreased blood pressure, nausea, and rash
• psychotic reactions and behavioral disturbances especially in children, flushing of the skin, dryness of mucous membranes, dryness of skin, irregular heartbeat, decrease in sweating and dryness of the mouth, constipation, inability to (completely) empty the bladder
• skin rash, changes in behavior, enlarged or abnormal abdomen (in infants) like confusion, excitement, hallucinations, increasing drowsiness, rapid breathing and changes in pulse rate

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

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planning to have a baby, only if considered clearly necessary as safety data has
not been established yet. Consult your doctor for advice.

!### Breastfeeding

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is unknown if it passes into the breastmilk. Consult your doctor.

!### Driving and Using Machines

Do not drive or use machines while using O
temporary drowsiness, blurred vision, or sensitivity to light.

!### Allergy

Do not use O
ingredients of this medicine.

Others

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• have glaucoma or a tendency towards glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye)

Before using O

• have inflamed eyes
• are wearing contact lens

Use in pediatrics:

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risk of serious adverse reactions.

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children (with down syndrome, spastic paralysis, brain damage).

Use in geriatrics:

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your doctor before using it.

Interactions

A. Drug - Drug interactions:

Before using O
the following medicine:

• medicines to manage allergies (Ex. fexofenadine)
• medicines to manage depression, anxiety (Ex. fluoxetine, citalopram)
• medicines to manage heart disease (Ex. aspirin, digoxin)
• medicines to manage asthma or other breathing (Ex. salbutamol)
• medicines to manage motion sickness (Ex. promethazine)
• medicines to manage Parkinson’s disease (Ex. levodopa)
• medicines to manage bladder or gastrointestinal problems (Ex. metronidazole)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally use too much of O
consult your doctor immediately. Symptoms include flushing, dryness of the skin
(a rash may be present in children), blurred vision, rapid and irregular pulse,
fever, abdominal swelling in infants, convulsions, hallucinations, or loss of
coordination.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Tropicamide
Pharmacological Category	:	Anticholinergics agents
Therapeutic Indication	:	Cycloplegia , Mydriasis
Dosage Forms	:	Eye drops

More Information

• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not store above 25°C

FAQs About O

What isO

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allow for easier examination of the inside of the eyeball and to relax the
muscles in your eye (cycloplegia) when your vision is being tested.

How doesO

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(colored portion at center of eye) and the ciliary muscle (produces fluid in eye
and changes shape of lens while focusing on an object) to cholinergic
stimulation, thus dilating the pupil (mydriasis).

CanO

No, it may cause blurred vision or temporary stinging sensation, do not drive,
or handle any machines, while using this medicine. While your pupils are
dilated, shield your eyes from bright light.

Can I use contact lens while usingO

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remove contact lenses before using this medicine and put them back 15 minutes
afterwards. Consult your doctor.

Can O

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planning to have a baby, only if considered clearly necessary as safety data has
not been established yet. Consult your doctor for advice.