Categories: Prescription Medication
Description:
Atropine eye drops are used in iritis to dilate the pupil and reduce painful ciliary muscle spasms. This helps relieve discomfort and prevents the iris from adhering to the lens, which can lead to complications. It is typically used in combination with corticosteroid drops like prednisolone to treat both the symptoms and underlying inflammation. Atropine may cause temporary blurred vision and light sensitivity, so protective eyewear or sunglasses are often recommended. It is an important part of the treatment regimen for moderate to severe cases of iritis.
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AI generated Summary: Atropine 1% ophthalmic solution is an effective first-line adjunct treatment for iritis, used alongside corticosteroid drops. It helps dilate the pupil, relieve pain from ciliary spasm, and prevent iris-lens adhesions, although it may cause blurred vision and light sensitivity.
Atropine is a supportive, first-line adjunct treatment for iritis used to dilate the pupil, relieve pain from ciliary spasm, and prevent iris-lens adhesions (posterior synechiae). It is typically used alongside corticosteroid drops like prednisolone to manage inflammation and reduce complications. Though effective, it can cause blurred vision and light sensitivity.
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