Mydrilate

What is it?

An anticholinergic preparation available in the form of eyedrops in 2 strengths containing 0.5% and 1% cyclopentolate hydrochloride.

Medical Uses

Refraction and uveitis (inflammation of the uveal tract which includes the choroid, iris and ciliary body, characterized by impaired vision and can cause blindness).

Dosage

Adults, refraction, 1 drop of solution of either strength repeated after 15 minutes if needed. Uveitis, 1 or 2 drops of either strength repeated as needed. Children, refraction, under 6 years, 1 or 2 drops of 1% solution; over 6 years, 1 drop of 1% solution. Uveitis, children over 3 months, same dose as adult.

Special Care

Eye inflammation.

Avoid Use

Paralytic ileus (failure of normal movement along intestine), glaucoma, children with organic brain syndrome.

Known Side Effects

Systemic anticholinergic effects due to absorption of drops.

Manufacturer

Boehringer Ing.