Mydriacyl

Intended to support ocular examination to facilitate pupil dilation.

Strengths: 1%

Medicine details

Conditions
Alternative names

Minims Tropicamide

Therapeutic class

Mydriatic and cycloplegic ophthalmic

Pharmacological class

Anticholinergic

Contraindications

untreated narrow-angle glaucoma

Minor side effects

stinging; blurred vision; photophobia

Moderate side effects

intraocular pressure elevation

Dosage forms

Eye drops, solution

Administration route

Ocular use

Patient summary

Intended to support ocular examination to facilitate pupil dilation.

Prescription status

P

Manufacturer

Alcon

Onset Time

15–30 minutes

Duration

4–6 hours

Storage instructions

Store below 25°C in the original bottle.

Drug interactions

Other anticholinergic drugs

Age restrictions

Use with caution in children.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Use only if necessary. Breastfeeding: Compatible with breastfeeding.

Precautions and warnings

may impair vision temporarily; do not drive after administration; monitor for systemic effects in infants

Serious side effects

psychotic symptoms — requires immediate medical attention; hallucinations — requires immediate medical attention

Mechanism of action

Tropicamide is an anticholinergic agent that blocks muscarinic receptors in the iris sphincter and ciliary muscle, causing dilation of the pupil and temporary paralysis of accommodation.

Mydriacyl

Intended to support ocular examination to facilitate pupil dilation.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Tropicamide
  • Listed indication(s): Mydriasis