Cyclopentolate (HCl)
Cyclopentolate (HCl) Information

About Cyclopentolate (HCl)

Cyclopentolate (HCl) is antimuscarinic agent and used to dilate the pupil in opthalmology with more rapid onset and shorter duration.

Indications

Cyclopentolate (HCl) is primarily indicated in conditions like Diagnostic aid for mydriasis and cycloplegia.

Contraindication

Cyclopentolate (HCl) is contraindicated in conditions like Narrow-angle glaucoma.

Side Effects

The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Cyclopentolate (HCl), which give rise to further complications include Convulsions, Disturbance of speech.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Cyclopentolate (HCl) are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Ataxia, Restlessness, Allergic reactions, Hallucination, Psychosis, Hyperactivity, Loss of accomodation, Increased IOP, Vision disturbances, Burning sensation.

Warnings

It should be used with caution in elderly patients and other patients who may be predisposed to increased intraocular pressure, hypersensitivity to belladonna alkaloids, synechiae, Downs syndrome. Cyclopentolate 2% solution may result in psychotic reactions and behavioral disturbances in children, usually occurring approximately 30-45 minutes after instillation. It is classified as pregnancy category C and should be used with caution during pregnancy only if clearly needed.

High Risk Groups

Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.