MYDRIN-P OPHTALMIC SOLUTION

Generic name: Tropicamide, phenylephrine hydrochloride

Manufactured by: Santen Pharmaceutical

Description

This medicine acts on the muscle of parasympathetic innervation and eases their tension, or acts on the muscle of sympathetic innervation and contracts it in order to dilate the pupil, or in order to loosen the muscle of focus adjustment.

It is usually used to treat inflammation of the eye such as iritis, or to improve focus adjustment of the eye. It is also used to examine eyeground or refraction of the eye.

Ingredients and dosage form

colorless to faint yellow, limpid, ophthalmic solution, 5 or 10mL, (bottle) pale violet, (cap) white

Dosing schedule/Directions

Your dosing schedule must be prescribed by your doctor or a healthcare professional.

For mydriasis: In general, apply 1 to 2 drops at a time, or apply 1 drop at a time, 2 times at intervals of 3 to 5 minutes.

For accommodation paralysis: In general, apply 1 drop at a time, 2 to 3 times at intervals of 3 to 5 minutes.

In any case, the dosage may be adjusted according to your symptoms. Strictly follow the instructions.

If you are a child patient, you should especially follow your doctor's instructions.

Before applying, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and running water. Pull down your lower eyelid lightly and apply the medicine. Be careful not to touch the dropper tip to your eyelid, eyelashes, or eye. After applying, keep your eyes closed without blinking for a while (1 to 5 minutes), and apply gentle pressure to your tear ducts (located in the inner corners of the eyes) with your fingertips. Wipe off any excess liquid gently with clean gauze or a tissue. If you need to apply other eye drops at the same time, wait more than 5 minutes.

If you wear soft contact lenses, take off the lenses and then apply. After an interval of 5 to 10 minutes to wear contact lenses again.

If you miss a dose, apply the missed dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. You should not apply two doses at one time.

If you accidentally apply more than your prescribed dose, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

Do not stop applying this medicine unless your doctor instructs you to do so.

Warnings

Before using this medicine, be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist

If you have previously experienced any allergic reactions (itch, rash, etc.) to any medicines.

If you have: glaucoma, predisposition of increased intraocular pressure such as narrow angle or shallow anterior chamber, hypertension, arteriosclerosis, heart disease, diabetes, or hyperthyroidism.

If you wear contact lenses.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.)

Precautions while taking this medicine

This medicine may cause sensitive to bright light or blurred vision. Do not operate machinery or drive a car until these symptoms recover. If your eyes become more sensitive to bright light, wear sunglasses as necessary.

Possible adverse reactions to this medicine

The commonly reported adverse reactions include conjunctivitis (bloodshot/swollen eyes, eye mucus), corneal epithelial disorder (eye pain, focus disorder, foreign body sensation in eyes), increased intraocular pressure (eye pain, focus disorder, headache), blepharitis (erosion of eyelids/redden eyelids/swollen eyelids), itchy eyes, itchy skin, rash, hives, dry mouth, nausea/vomiting, flush face (red face), tachycardia, increased blood pressure, and headache. If any of these symptoms occur, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

The symptoms described below are rarely seen as initial symptoms of the adverse reactions indicated in brackets. If any of these symptoms occur, stop taking this medicine and see your doctor immediately.

erythema, respiratory distress, swollen eyelids [shock, anaphylaxis]

The above symptoms do not describe all the adverse reactions to this medicine. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any symptoms of concern other than those listed above.

Storing Conditions

Keep out of reach of children. Store away from direct sunlight and heat.

Discard the remainder, do not store.

If the solution discolors or forms precipitate, do not use it.

Product specifications, appearance and package content are subject to change without prior notice.

Description of the medical drugs is not intended for prescribing treatment without the involvement of a physician.