Appamide 10 mg/5 mg Eye Drop

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Composition FOR Appamide

Tropicamide(10mg),Chlorbutol(5mg)

food interaction for Appamide

alcohol interaction for Appamide

pregnancy interaction for Appamide

lactation interaction for Appamide

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Information regarding the use of Appamide 10 mg/5 mg Eye Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Appamide 10 mg/5 mg Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Appamide

Tropicamide(10mg)

Uses

Tropicamide is used in eye examination and uveitis. It is especially used in adults.

How it works

Tropicamide 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.

Common side effects

Blurred vision, Dryness in mouth, Photophobia, Increased intraocular pressure, Eye irritation, Dizziness, Transient stinging, Superficial punctate keratitis, Tachycardia, Allergic reaction, Psychotic reaction, Fainting
Chlorbutol(5mg)

Uses

Chlorbutol is used to prevent infections.

How it works

Chlorbutol is a preservative. It has an anti-microbial property. It increases shelf life of various pharmaceutical products.

Common side effects

Limited data available

SUBSTITUTES FOR Appamide

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Appamide

  • Tropicamide enlarges the pupil for eye examination and is commonly used in adults.
  • It also reduces inflammation (redness and swelling) after cataract surgery.
  • 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.

Frequently asked questions FOR Appamide

Tropicamide

Q. What is Tropicamide used for?
Tropicamide is used to enlarge (dilate) the pupil of the eye (topical mydriatic) as well as for temporary paralysis of the eye (cycloplegia) for easy examination of different parts of the eye like the lens, vitreous humor, retina etc. by a doctor or eye specialist
Q. How does Tropicamide work?
Tropicamide. belongs to a class of medication called antimuscarinics. It blocks the activity of the acetyl choline receptor, thus stopping the transmission of nerve impulses. This in turn leads to dilation as well temporary paralysis of the eye
Q. Why does Tropicamide sting?
Tropicamide has mild stinging as a well-known side effect
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Q. How quickly does Tropicamide work?
Tropicamide is known to work usually within half an hour of using it.

Chlorbutol

Q. What is chlorobutanol used for?
Chlorbutol is used in different formulations such as cream, mouthwash and decongestant capsules.Cream: to treat mild pain caused by minor skin cuts, scratches and grazes (chapping) and soreness caused by detergents, soaps, deodorants and jewellery and bites and stings.Mouthwash solution: to inhibit dental plaque formation, as an aid in the treatment and prevention of irritation, redness, and swelling of gums (gingivitis), and in maintaining oral hygiene. It is important in the management of mouth ulceration and oral infections due to fungus candida and can be used as an adjuvant treatment for minor infections of the throat. It is also used as a disinfectant solution for cleansing of removable dentures.Capsule: for the symptomatic relief of colds and the symptomatic rapid relief of nasal congestion.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)