Cyclopentolate hydrochloride is the generic equivalent of the brand-name drug Cyclopentolate Hydrochloride. Licensed pharmacies, clinics, doctor's offices, and veterinary practices can source wholesale Cyclopentolate hydrochloride through Premier Pharma with same-day fulfillment on in-stock SKUs.
FDA Drug Information
Indications & Usage
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Cyclopentolate hydrochloride ophthalmic solution is used to produce mydriasis and cycloplegia.
Important Warnings
WARNINGS FOR TOPICAL OPHTHALMIC USE. NOT FOR INJECTION. This preparation may cause Central Nervous System (CNS) disturbances. This is especially true in younger age groups, but may occur at any age, especially with the stronger cyclopentolate hydrochloride solutions. Infants are especially prone to CNS and cardiopulmonary side effects from cyclopentolate. To minimize absorption, use only 1 drop of a 1% cyclopentolate solution per eye, followed by pressure applied over the nasolacrimal sac for tw…
Adverse Reactions
ADVERSE REACTIONS Ocular: Increased intraocular pressure, burning, photophobia, blurred vision, irritation, hyperemia, conjunctivitis, blepharoconjunctivitis, punctate keratitis, synechiae have been reported. Non-ocular: Use of cyclopentolate has been associated with psychotic reactions and behavioral disturbances, usually in children, especially with 2% concentration. These disturbances include ataxia, incoherent speech, restlessness, hallucinations, hyperactivity, seizures, disorientation as t…
Drug Interactions
Drug Interactions: Cyclopentolate may interfere with the ocular anti-hypertensive action of carbachol, pilocarpine, or ophthalmic cholinesterase inhibitors.
Dosage & Administration
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Adults: Instill one or two drops of 1% solution in the eye which may be repeated in five to ten minutes if necessary. Complete recovery usually occurs in 24 hours. Complete recovery from mydriasis in some individuals may require several days. Children: Instill one or two drops of 1% solution in the eye, which may be repeated five to ten minutes later by a second application of 1% solution if necessary. Individuals with heavily pigmented irides may require higher strengt…
Patient Counseling Information
Information for Patients: Do not touch dropper tip to any surface, as this may contaminate the solution. A transient burning sensation may occur upon instillation. Patients should be advised not to drive or engage in other hazardous activities while pupils are dilated. Patients may experience sensitivity to light and should protect eyes in bright illumination during dilation. Parents should be warned not to get this preparation in their child’s mouth and to wash their own hands and the child’s hands following administration. Feeding intolerance may follow ophthalmic use of this product in infa…
Source: FDA. For professional use only. Not a substitute for prescribing information.
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