It is very important to know about what medicine is given by the doctor, for what condition, and when it needs to be taken in what dose. This information given by the doctor is called Prescription. The patients should be familiar with the medicine prescription, and the details about the medicine before purchasing it and using it. Some medications need not be prescribed by healthcare practitioners and can be purchased and used without prescription by the patients; these are called over-the-counter medications. Read the drug prescription information of Tropicacyl before taking it.
What is Tropicacyl
Dilating the pupil and paralyzing certain muscles in the eye for diagnostic tests. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Tropicacyl is an anticholinergic. It works by relaxing the muscles of the eye to cause the pupil to Tropicacyl or widen.
Important safety information:
Tropicacyl may cause blurred vision or sensitivity to sunlight. Wear sunglasses if you are outside in the bright sunlight. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous unless you can see clearly.
If you have an appointment for an eye examination and your doctor has told you that you will receive Tropicacyl, be sure to make arrangements to have someone drive you home in case your vision is blurry.
Tropicacyl may be harmful if swallowed. If you may have taken Tropicacyl by mouth, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Pupil dilation usually reverses within 4 to 8 hours after use, but may last as long as 24 hours.
Caution is advised when using Tropicacyl in CHILDREN because they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially mental or mood changes.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Tropicacyl during pregnancy. It is unknown if Tropicacyl is excreted in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you are using Tropicacyl, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
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Tropicacyl side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions ; behavioral changes, especially in children; eye pain; irregular or rapid heartbeat; mental or mood changes, especially in children; paleness or flushing of the skin; rigid muscles; shortness of breath; vomiting.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Generic drug is the basic drug with an active substance in it, and the name of the generic drug is same as active substance most of the times. Like Acetaminophen/Paracetemol is Generic name and it has different brand names like Tylenol, Acimol, Crocin, Calpol etc. All these Brand names contain the same Paracetemol, but the medications are manufactured by different companies, so the different brand names. Generic drug is always cheaper and affordable, and it can be replaced in place of brand name drug prescribed by the healthcare practitioner. The Generic medicine has same properties as branded medicine in terms of uses, indications, doses, side effects, so no need to worry on that. Just select the most affordable generic or branded medicine.
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Can Tropicacyl be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Tropicacyl?
Use Tropicacyl as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Remove contact lenses before using Tropicacyl.
First, wash your hands. Tilt your head back. Using your index finger, pull the lower eyelid away from the eye to form a pouch. Drop the medicine into the pouch and gently close your eyes. Immediately use your finger to apply pressure to the inside corner of the eye for 2 or 3 minutes after using the medicine. Do not blink. Keep your eyes closed for 2 or 3 minutes. Remove excess medicine around your eye with a clean tissue, being careful not to touch your eye. Wash your hands to remove any medicine that may be on them.
To prevent germs from contaminating your medicine, do not touch the applicator tip to any surface, including your eye. Keep the container tightly closed.
Use Tropicacyl only in the eye. Do not get Tropicacyl in your mouth or nose.
Wash your hands after using Tropicacyl. If the patient is a child, wash the child's hands as well.
If you miss a dose of Tropicacyl, contact your doctor for instructions.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Tropicacyl.
Who should not take Tropicacyl?
Some medical conditions may interact with Tropicacyl. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have glaucoma or you are at risk for glaucoma
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Tropicacyl. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
Carbachol, ophthalmic cholinesterase inhibitors, or pilocarpine because their effectiveness may be decreased by Tropicacyl
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Tropicacyl may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Can Tropicacyl be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Tropicacyl be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Tropicacyl, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Tropicacyl. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
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How often should I take Tropicacyl? According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Tropicacyl should take Once in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
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