Atropine 3.5 gm

Atropine ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used in adults and children at least 3 months old to dilate (widen) your pupil before an eye exam or surgery, treat eye swelling, or to treat a condition called amblyopia (sometimes called ‘lazy eye’).

Atropine ophthalmic may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Atropine ophthalmic side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Although the risk of serious side effects is low when atropine is used in the eyes, side effects can occur if the medicine is absorbed into your bloodstream.

atropine ophthalmic will cause sensitivity to light and blurred vision that could last up to 2 weeks.

Children can absorb larger amounts of the medicine and may be more likely to have side effects.

Atropine ophthalmic may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

severe burning or stinging of the eyes;

severe eye redness or irritation;

fast heart rate, restlessness or irritability;

signs of eye infection–swelling, redness, severe discomfort, crusting or drainage;

flushing (sudden warmth, redness, or tingly feeling)