CYCLOPENTOLATE

It is a potent and rapidly acting which produces mydriasis and cycloplegia in less than hour and last about a day.

Indications

Mydriatic agent for ophthalmic examination & surgical procedure.

Dosage

1-2 drops or as required.

Contra-Indications

Paralytic ileus. Narrow angle glaucoma.

Special Precautions

Elderly males with prostatic hypertrophy. High intra-ocular pressure, coonary insufficiency.

Side Effects

Dilated pupil, blurring of near vision, palpitation.