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Tropicacyl is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Mydriasis.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Tropicacyl. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Tropicacyl also has some side effects, the most common being Blurred vision, Headache, Sensitive to light. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Tropicacyl can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Tropicacyl go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Tropicacyl's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Tropicacyl has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Tropicacyl related warnings section.
Tropicacyl can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Tropicacyl in conditions like Glaucoma. The section on Tropicacyl contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Tropicacyl with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Tropicacyl is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Tropicacyl is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Tropicacyl safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Tropicacyl has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Tropicacyl safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Tropicacyl in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Tropicacyl is unavailable.
What is the effect of Tropicacyl on the Kidneys?
Tropicacyl may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tropicacyl on the Liver?
Information about safety of Tropicacyl for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Tropicacyl on the Heart?
Effects of Tropicacyl on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.
Tropicacyl should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tropicacyl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tropicacyl habit forming or addictive?
Tropicacyl is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Tropicacyl. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Tropicacyl, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Tropicacyl for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tropicacyl
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Tropicacyl together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tropicacyl
Information about the interaction of Tropicacyl and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Paremyd (hydroxyamphetamine hydrobromide/ tropicamide ophthalmic solution)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 118
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1403
