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- For topical ophthalmic use only. Avoid using as an injection
- CNS disturbances may be induced by this preparation especially in younger age groups; but these have occurred in all age groups, especially with the stronger solutions. Infants are especially susceptible to CNS and cardiopulmonary side effects
- Use only 1 drop of 0.5% solution per eye followed by compressing lacrimal sac by digital pressure for 2-3 minutes after instillation to reduce excessive systemic absorption. Closely observe infants for at least 30 minutes following instillation
- May produce a transient elevation of intraocular pressure
Cautions: Use cautiously in
- Infants
- Young children
- Geriatric patients
- Down syndrome
- Brain damage (pediatric patients)
- Spastic paralysis (pediatric patients)
Supplemental Patient Information
- Advise patients to avoid touching dropper tip to any surface as this may contaminate the solution
- Advise patients to avoid driving or engaging in other hazardous activities while pupils are dilated
- Instruct patients to protect eyes in bright illumination during dilation
- Warn patients to avoid getting this preparation in their child’s mouth and to wash their own hands and the child’s hands following instillation
- Advise patients to withhold feeding for 4 hours in infants due to the possibility of feeding intolerance following eye drops instillation
- Inform patients that a transient burning sensation may occur following instillation
Pregnancy Category:C
Breastfeeding: Literature unavailable on the use of cyclopentolate during breastfeeding. Anticholinergic drugs might interfere with breastfeeding. A single dose is not likely to interfere with breastfeeding; during prolonged use, observe the infant for signs of decreased lactation (e.g., insatiety, poor weight gain). For substantially diminishing the amount of drug that reaches the breastmilk after using eye drops, place pressure over the tear duct by the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue. This information is based upon LactMed database (available at http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/sis/htmlgen?LACT last accessed 8 February 2011). Manufacturer advises caution.
Pricing data from www.DrugStore.com in U.S.A.
- Cyclopentolate HCl 1 % SOLN [Bottle] (BAUSCH & LOMB)
15 % = $40.99
30 % = $69.98
Warning: This pricing information is subject to change at the sole discretion of DS Pharmacy. For the most current and up-to-date pricing information, please visit drugstore.com.
