About cyclopentolate hydrochloride + phenylephrine hydrochloride
Anticholinergic and alpha-adrenergic eye drops
Used for
- Widens the pupil for eye examinations or procedures.
- Cyclopentolate temporarily relaxes eye focusing muscles during examinations.
Usual adult dose
Usually 1–2 drops in the affected eye; repeat only as directed by an eye-care professional.
Usual dose in children
For examinations, dosing is individualized by age and weight; used cautiously in children under professional supervision.
Common side effects
- Brief stinging, blurred vision, or light sensitivity
- Dry mouth, flushing, or rapid heartbeat
- Rare confusion, agitation, or allergic reactions
Important warnings
- May temporarily impair vision; avoid driving until vision clears.
- Use caution with heart disease, high blood pressure, or overactive thyroid.
- Cyclopentolate can rarely cause serious nervous-system effects, especially in young children.
- Do not touch the dropper tip to the eye or other surfaces.
Pregnancy
Use only when clearly needed; pregnancy safety information is limited.
Breastfeeding
Information is limited; ask a clinician before use.
Interactions
- Other medicines with anticholinergic effects may increase side effects.
- Other pupil-widening or blood-pressure-raising medicines may increase cardiovascular effects.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.