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About Homatropine Eye Drop

HOMATROPINE contains an ophthalmic medication, used to treat uveitis (inflammation in the eye). It is also used in the eye before a doctor's examination and after eye surgery to lower the eye pressure. Any inflammation in the uvea (inner wall of the eye) is known as uveitis.

Uses of Homatropine Eye Drop

Uveitis, Eye examination

Medicinal Benefits of Homatropine Eye Drop

HOMATROPINE contains Homatropine, which is anticholinergic in nature. Homatropine helps treat uveitis by relaxing the muscles of the coloured part of the eye (Iris) and hence dilating (enlarging) the pupil of the eye. It helps in reducing pain and inflammation. If a doctor has to examine the eye, using HOMATROPINE helps better examine the problem as the pupil becomes enlarged.

Directions for Use

HOMATROPINE is for external use only. Before using it, break the seal and wash your hands to avoid any infection. Use HOMATROPINE in dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Close your eye for 2-3 minutes and put as many drops as said by the doctor.

Side Effects of Homatropine Eye Drop

• Blurred vision
• Burning sensation
• Dry mouth
• Increased sensitivity of eyes
• Bitter taste in the mouth

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take HOMATROPINE if you are allergic to HOMATROPINE or any of its ingredients, belladonna alkaloids (atropine). Inform your doctor about all the prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially eye medications. Before using this HOMATROPINE, please inform your doctor if you have any other eye condition or ever had glaucoma. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before starting HOMATROPINE as a dose adjustment may be required. After using HOMATROPINE, vision may become blurry, so do not drive a car. If you wear contact lenses or wearing them, remove it before using HOMATROPINE, and you can put it back 15 minutes after using HOMATROPINE. Wash your hands properly before using HOMATROPINE to avoid any infection. Do not put two eye medications together. Maintain a gap of at least 5-10 minutes. Also, HOMATROPINE may make your eye sensitive to light, so wear dark sunglasses when going outdoor.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

HOMATROPINE may have an interaction with certain antiarrhythmic drugs (quinidine), antihistamines (diphenhydramine, meclizine), antispasmodics (dicyclomine), antiparkinson disease (isocarboxazid, linezolid), anti-depressants (amitriptyline).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

Inform your doctor if you have or ever had glaucoma or any other eye problem.

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Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Alcohol is not known to cause any unpleasant side effects if taken along with HOMATROPINE. But intake of alcohol with HOMATROPINE may damage your liver. So intake of HOMATROPINE should be avoided with HOMATROPINE.

PREGNANCY

HOMATROPINE may affect pregnant women or fetus. Hence, use HOMATROPINE only if prescribed by a doctor.

BREAST FEEDING

HOMATROPINE should only be used if the benefits overweigh the disadvantages.

DRIVING

HOMATROPINE can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided

LIVER

HOMATROPINE is safe is prescribed by a doctor in a liver problem.

KIDNEY

HOMATROPINE is safe is prescribed by a doctor in a kidney problem