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ANTI MUSCARINICS (ATROPINE) (Side effects (Increased sensitivity of the…
ANTI MUSCARINICS
(ATROPINE)
Side effects
Increased sensitivity of the eyes
Drownsiness
Difficulty seeing at night
Blurred vision
Changes in colour vision
Eye stinging
Irritability
Mechanism of action
On structures innervated by post ganglionic cholinergic nerves
And on smooth muscle
Inhibits muscarinic action of acetylecholine
Contra indication
Pyloric stenosis
Thyrotoxicosis
Glaucoma
Indication
Amblyopia
Eye swelling
Eye surgery
Route of administration
1 drop 40 minutes prior to intend maximum dilation
Storage
Store below 25°c in a dry place