RefractionAdult 1-2 drops 1 hr before refraction. 1% soln not recommended for use w/ childn. Childn 1-2 drops of ½% soln to each eye bid for 1-3 days. Uveitis 1-2 drops of ½% soln to each eye up to tid.
History of susceptibility to belladonna alkaloids. Psychotic reactions & behavioral disturbances may occur. Patients who may be exposed to elevated environmental temp or are febrile. Protect eyes in bright illumination. May increase IOP. Determine the IOP & an estimation of the depth of the angle of the anterior chamber prior to initiation of therapy. Benzalkonium Cl content may cause eye irritation & discolor soft contact lenses. Avoid contact w/ soft contact lenses. Remove contact lenses prior to application & wait 15 min before insertion. May cause drowsiness, blurred vision & sensitivity to light. May impair ability to drive & use machines. Pregnancy & lactation. Childn (fair skinned w/ blue eyes). Elderly.
Effects may be enhanced by concomitant use of other drugs having antimuscarinic properties eg, amantadine, some antihistamines, phenothiazine antipsychotics & TCA's.
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