Tropicamide (Ophthalmic Route)


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Tropicamide (Ophthalmic Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Mydral
  • Mydriacyl
  • Ocu-Tropic
  • Tropicacyl

Description

Tropicamide is used to dilate (enlarge) the pupil so that the doctor can see into the back of your eye. It is used before eye examinations, such as cycloplegic refraction and examination of the fundus of the eye. Tropicamide may also be used before and after eye surgery.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using
DR601371 Portions of this document last updated: Nov. 1, 2011

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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