Table of contents:
- What drug homatropine?
- What is homatropine for?
- How to use homatropine?
- How is homatropine stored?
- Homatropine dosage
- What is the dose of homatropine for adults?
- What is the dose of homatropine for children?
- In what dosage is homatropine available?
- Homatropine side effects
- What side effects can be experienced due to homatropine?
- Homatropine Drug Warnings and Cautions
- What should be known before using homatropine?
- Is homatropine safe for pregnant and lactating women?
- Homatropine Drug Interactions
- What medicines may interact with homatropine?
- Can food or alcohol interact with homatropine?
- What health conditions can interact with homatropine?
- Homatropine overdose
- What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
- What should I do if I miss a dose?
What drug homatropine?
What is homatropine for?
This medication is used before an eye exam (for example, refraction), before and after certain eye surgeries, and to treat certain eye conditions (for example, uveitis). This drug belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics.
How to use homatropine?
To use eye drops, wash your hands first. To avoid contamination, do not touch the tip of the dropper or let it touch your eye or other surface. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using the eye drops. Wait at least 15 minutes before changing your contact lenses.
Tilt your head back, look up, and pull the lower eyelid down to make a pocket. Hold the dropper directly over your eye and place one drop into the eye. Look down and gently close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. Place one finger on the corner of your eye (near your nose) and press gently for 2 to 3 minutes. This will prevent the medicine from flowing out. Try not to blink and don't rub your eyes. Repeat this step for your other eye as directed or if your dose is for more than 1 drop. If you are taking this medication regularly, use it usually 2 to 3 times a day, every 3 to 4 hours, or as directed by your doctor.
Do not rinse the dropper. Change the cap after use. Do not use the solution if it turns brown or cloudy or if it contains particles. If you are using any other type of eye medication (for example, drops or ointment), wait at least 5-10 minutes before using any other medication. Use eye drops before eye ointment to allow the drops to enter the eye. Use this medicine regularly for optimal benefits. To help you remember, use this medication at the same time every day. Continue to use the specified time. Call your doctor if your condition doesn't improve or if it gets worse.
How is homatropine stored?
This medication is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.
Homatropine dosage
The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.
What is the dose of homatropine for adults?
Follow the dosage that has been determined by the doctor or according to what is written on the medicine package.
What is the dose of homatropine for children?
Follow the dosage that has been determined by the doctor or according to what is written on the medicine package.
In what dosage is homatropine available?
Solution, as hydrobromide: 2% (5 mL), 5% (5 mL)
Homatropine side effects
What side effects can be experienced due to homatropine?
All drugs can cause side effects, but many people don't have side effects. Check with your doctor if any of the following side effects persist or continue to bother: blurred vision itching, burning, or stinging irritation of the area of application. Get immediate medical attention if any of these serious side effects occur:
Severe allergic reaction (rash; hives, itching, difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); difficulty urinating; dry mouth; sore eyes; fever; dryness of the skin; fast and irregular heartbeat; trembling legs. Not everyone experiences this side effect. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have any concerns about side effects, please consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Homatropine Drug Warnings and Cautions
What should be known before using homatropine?
Before using this medication, tell your doctor if:
- You are allergic to any of the ingredients in hematropine drops
- You have glaucoma or are at risk for glaucoma
Is homatropine safe for pregnant and lactating women?
There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication. This drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category X according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:
- A = No risk,
- B = not at risk in several studies,
- C = May be risky,
- D = There is positive evidence of risk,
- X = Contraindicated,
- N = Unknown
Homatropine Drug Interactions
What medicines may interact with homatropine?
Interactions with other drugs can affect how the drug works and increase the risk of dangerous side effects. This article does not list all possible drug interactions. Record all medicinal products you use (including prescription, non-prescription and herbal medicines) and show them to your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's permission.
Do not use with antihistamines (for example, diphenhydramine), drugs for Parkinson's disease (for example, benztropine), or tricyclic antidepressants (for example, amitriptyline) because they can increase the risk of homatropine side effects of these drops.
Can food or alcohol interact with homatropine?
Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.
What health conditions can interact with homatropine?
Other health conditions can affect the use of this drug. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding
- if you have an allergy to drugs, food, or other substances
- if you've ever had numbness due to nerve damage, bladder blockage, prostate problems, or difficulty urinating
- if you have corneal problems or Down syndrome
Homatropine overdose
What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.
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