This medicine is used before eye surgery as it helps in relaxing the eye muscles. It dilates the pupil so that it doesn’t react towards the light. Atropine Sulphate eye drop belongs to the class of drug known as anticholinergics. The formulations show excellent results in the eye conditions like Uveitis, inflammatory, amblyopic, and post-surgery situations.

Amblyopia is an eye condition where one eye loses its vision for some time it is also called lazy eye. With the help of Atropine Sulphate eye drops, the doctor can temporarily blur the vision of the stronger eye to strengthen the weaker eye as our brain will force that eye to work harder to focus. In case of side effects, make sure to visit a healthcare professional as soon as possible and discuss the given conditions.

Benefits of Atropine Sulphate Eye Dropreee

Atropine Sulphate Eye drops show effective results for many eye conditions and are one of the most prescribed eye drop ranges by doctors.

Here is the list of the eye diseases for which this medicine can be used:

1. Refraction
2. Uveitis
3. Iritic
4. Visual Defect/Disturbance
5. Infectious Posterior Uveitis
6. Herpes Simplex Iridocyclitis
7. Herpes Zoster Iridocyclitis
8. Infectious Anterior Uveitis
9. Syphilitic Uveitis
10. Anterior
11. Panuveitis
12. Posterior
13. Pupillary Dilation

Directions for Use 

Before taking these eye drop medications, here are the directions you need to keep in mind. One can take the help of another person to put these drops in the eyes.

• Wash your hands before touching the container
• Put the recommended dose of drops carefully in your eyes.
• Close your eyes for a definite period and relax.
• Do not swallow this medication.

Side Effects of Atropine Sulphate

The most common side effects of atropine sulphate are

• Discomfort
• Tightness
• Eye pain

Precautions for Atropine Sulphate

Although the risk of any series of side effects is very low in atropine eye drops still one should consult a doctor in case of side effects or:

• Severe irritation and burning in the eye.
• Feel redness or stinging in the eye.
• Indifferent heart rate, restlessness, or irritation.
• Feeling any kind of headache, blurred vision, or stiffness in the neck or ears.

This eye drop may cause blurriness for 2 weeks so avoid reading, driving, or doing anything that requires too much eye concentration.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is this medication safe for pregnant women?

It is advised to consult a doctor before taking this medication.

Is this medication safe for children?

Yes, this medication is safe for children.

Does this medication form habit?

No, this medication do not form habit.

What should be the minimum dose for these medications?
One drop in each eye is a sufficient dosage for these eye drops

Does this medication affect the driving capabilities of a person?

Yes, these eye drops can decrease the mental alertness of a person.