The drug "Atropine" (eye drops)

The drug "Atropine" (eye drops) is designed to dilate the pupil for a long time, usually from 5 to 10 days. Since this drug has many contraindications, at present it is less used in ophthalmology. The use of the drug "Atropine" (eye drops) should be carried out only under the supervision of a doctor and you must first measure the intraocular pressure. It is absolutely forbidden to use it yourself.

At the drug "Atropine" the release form can be either in the form of eye drops, or as a solution for injection (or a powder for its preparation).

The substance is atropine of plant origin, it causes the pupils to dilate, resulting in impaired vision at close range and increased intraocular pressure. This must be taken into account before starting the use of the drug "Atropine" (eye drops).

Indications for use of the drug

These drops are used when it is necessary to diagnose and treat the organs of vision. Since there is a temporary paralysis of accommodation of the eye, this facilitates the examination of its fundus. Thus, the definition of true or false myopia, as well as the treatment of certain diseases, is conducted.

Atropine (droplets) is used to create rest for the eyes, which is necessary for the treatment of inflammatory diseases, as well as for trauma to the eye or for the presence of retinal arterial spasms, when there is a tendency to form blood clots. Due to the fact that for a while there is relaxation of the muscles, the restoration of the normal operation of the organs of vision occurs much faster.

Mode of application

Usually 1-2 drops are prescribed per eye, but at the physician's discretion, the indicated dose can be changed. Between injections of the drug should be at least 5 hours. If adults use 1% solution, then for children it should not be higher than 0.5%.

In order for the drug to function more effectively, after its administration it is necessary to press the inner corner of the eye for a while. This is done so that the medicine remains in the eye and does not get into the nasopharynx, and to reduce the likelihood of side effects.

Contraindications for use

The drug "Atropine" (eye drops) is not appointed in the presence of its intolerance, in the presence of narrow-angle and zakratougolnoy glaucoma or even with suspicions of their occurrence. Also, this remedy can not be used for iridescent irises. 1% solution can be used for children over the age of seven.

Caution, this drug should be used after 40 years, as well as during lactation and during pregnancy. If there is an arrhythmia, high blood pressure, irregularities in the work of the heart and blood vessels, then before the application it is necessary to undergo a medical examination. Also, the drug is undesirable to use in the presence of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, thyroid, urinary system and elevated temperature.

Possible side effects

These are the redness of the eyelids, photophobia. If there is a systemic effect, it is accompanied by dizziness, dry mouth, headache, acceleration of the heartbeat, as well as a feeling of anxiety and anxiety.

Overdose of the drug "Atropine" (eye drops)

If there was an overdose of this drug, this is expressed in an increase in side effects and at the same time the medication is stopped.

If simultaneous application of these drops is allowed together with agents that have anticholinergic activity, the effect of atropine is enhanced.

After the expiration date, the drops can not be used. If the drug is taken in sunny weather, you should use sunglasses, since the eye at this time absorbs more light than usual.