Homatropine Eye Drop is used before eye examinations and to treat an eye condition called uveitis. It acts by enlarging the pupil of the eyes and helps the doctor visualize the eye more closely. It reduces redness and swelling in the eyes after cataract surgery.

Homatropine Eye Drop is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Refrain from touching the tip of the dropper to any surface to avoid contaminating the eye drops.

The common side effects include burning and stinging sensation immediately after application. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. Using Homatropine Eye Drop can make your eyes more sensitive to light. Thus, wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from sunlight and other bright lights. Avoid driving right after using this medicine as it may cause blurring of the vision.

Uses of Homatropine Eye Drop

Eye examination
Uveitis

Benefits of Homatropine Eye Drop

In Eye examination

Eye examination consists of multiple tests performed in order to access the vision as well as health of the eyes. It helps to analyse the function of the eyes better and also figure out any problems that may be creating problems with eyesight. Homatropine Eye Drop helps to increase the size of the pupil which helps in thorough examination of the eyes and its associated structures. It is used by an eye specialist and should not be self-administered.

In Uveitis

The middle layer in the inner wall of the eye is called uvea and any inflammation in this layer is called uveitis. This may cause sudden noticeable symptoms such as pain, redness, blurred vision, swelling etc. It may even occur after an eye procedure of surgery such as cataract surgery. Homatropine Eye Drop helps relieve these symptoms and improves the eye health. It should be used as advised by the doctor to get the most benefit.

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How to use Homatropine Eye Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

How Homatropine Eye Drop works

Homatropine Eye Drop is used to dilate or enlarge the pupil of the eye so that the doctor can examine the back of the eyeball. It may also be used to reduce pain in certain eye conditions.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Homatropine Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Homatropine Eye Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
To reduce the amount of Homatropine Eye Drop that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Homatropine Eye Drop alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Homatropine Eye Drop?

If you miss a dose of Homatropine Eye Drop, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

It is also used to relieve eye inflammation (redness and swelling) and infection.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Monocarboxylic Acid

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Anticholinergic- Mydriatic and cycloplegic

Patient concerns

Yesterday at 9:00pm when mistakely i put homatropine eye drop in my eye irritaion occur and then my vision got blurred so i cant see properly now also . I put drop in right eye so i cant see properly

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

It will take 24 hrs after homatropine to make vision normal

I AM SUFFERING FROM UVEITIS FROM LAST 2 YEARS PL SUGEST ME THE DOCTOR DELHI NCR

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Eye 7 Centre for sight Shroff eye hospital

Opthamalogist has diagnosed it as uveitis. I m having pain n redness in right eye. When paining the eye is photosensitive. This problem started since last saturday n treatment ws started on wednesday since pain started that day Medicines prescribed are diamox 250, ciplox 250 twice a day. And tropicacyl plus thrice a day n gatilox dm every hour But as per doctor, the iris is still touching d front part of eye though there is no pain currently Wen will de respond

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Take treatment properly. Treatment is of long duration

User feedback

Patients taking Homatropine Eye Drop

Twice A Day

60%

Once A Day

30%

Thrice A Day

10%

What are you using Homatropine Eye Drop for?

Uveitis

100%

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