Atropine + Tetracycline
Written By Dr. Dheeraj Kumar Sharma
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev SharmaLast updated 05 Apr 2021 | 10:59 AM (UTC)
Atropine + Tetracycline Uses
Atropine+Tetracycline is used in the treatment of uveitis.
How Atropine + Tetracycline works
Atropine + Tetracycline is a combination of two medicines: Atropine and Tetracycline. Atropine is an anticholinergic medicine which works by making the pupil of your eye larger and relax the muscles in your eye. Tetracycline is an antibiotic which stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Common side effects of Atropine + Tetracycline
Itching, Irritation, Stinging sensation, Blurred vision, Eye redness, Dryness in mouth
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Expert advice for Atropine + Tetracycline
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
- If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- Atropine + Tetracycline might cause blurring of vision. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how medicine affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions for Atropine + Tetracycline
Usually, Atropine+Tetracycline starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
No, do not stop taking Atropine+Tetracycline and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.