Uses of Phenylephrine+Tropicamide

Phenylephrine+Tropicamide is used directly on the eyelids to produce dilation of pupil before diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

Therapeutic Category

Phenylephrine: Nasal decongestants

Tropicamide: Anticholinergics

How Phenylephrine+Tropicamide works

Phenylephrine + Tropicamide combination works by dilating the pupils in the eye. Phenylephrine produces dilation effects (mydriasis) by narrowing the blood vessels and muscles present in the eye. Tropicamide blocks the stops the narrowing of the smooth muscles of eye causing dilation of pupil (mydriasis). Thus, both react by producing mydriatic effect necessary for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.

Common side effects of Phenylephrine+Tropicamide

• stinging, blurred vision
• sensitive to light, redness, watery eye, increased intraocular pressure, local irritation and oedema
  

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor:

• in case of accidental overdosage

Health Tips for Phenylephrine+Tropicamide

• If you wear contact lens, remove them before using this medicine
• Do not drive or handle heavy machines if you experience side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, tired or if you have blurred vision while using the medicine
• Phenylephrine + Tropicamide is not recommended for use if you have glaucoma (Narrow anterior chamber angle)
• Use Phenylephrine + Tropicamide exactly as directed by your doctor. Follow the specified dosage and regimen. Do not change the dosage or discontinue the medicine without first consulting your doctor