Dilate Plus 0.8%+5% (Ophthalmic Solution)
5 ml drop: ৳ 80.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Tropicamide phenylephrine hydrochloride |
| Company | Incepta pharmaceuticals ltd |
Therapeutic Purpose
- Inflammatory conditions of the uveal tract
- Temporary lowering of intraocular pressure in glaucoma
Diagnostic Purpose
- Retinal photography
- Refractive errors
- Fundus examination/photography
- Slit lamp examination
Pre-Operative Use
Visualization of structures behind the iris for cataract extraction, vitrectomy, and retinal detachment surgery
Mode of Action
- Tropicamide binds to and blocks the receptors in the muscles of the eye
- Phenylephrine Hydrochloride is a selective alpha-1 agonist
Dosage
1-2 drops bid-qid or as required for uveitis
Administration
Instill 1-2 drops in the eye(s) 15-20 minutes before examination for diagnostic purpose/pre-operative purpose
Interaction
May interfere with the antihypertensive action of carbachol, pilocarpine, or ophthalmic cholinesterase inhibitors
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any of the components
- Narrow angles or narrow angle glaucoma
- Low birth weight infants and some elderly adults with severe arteriosclerotic cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease
- During intraocular operative procedures when the corneal epithelial barrier has been disturbed
Side Effects
- Elevated IOP
- Stinging
- Blurred vision
- Tachycardia
- Photophobia
- Headache
- Parasympathetic stimulation
- Allergic reactions
- Systemic effects include arrhythmias, hypertension, and coronary artery spasm
Pregnancy & Lactation
Safety not established during pregnancy or lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution with monoamine oxidase inhibitors
- Consider psychotic reactions and behavioral disturbances in patients hypersensitive to anticholinergic drugs
- Use with extreme caution in infants
Overdose Effects
Excessive use in children and susceptible individuals may produce systemic toxic symptoms
Therapeutic Class
Preparations for Ophthalmic diagnosis
Storage Conditions
Keep out of the reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place, away from heat and direct light. Do not use more than 4 weeks after opening