Appamide Plus Eye Drop

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Composition FOR Appamide Plus

Phenylephrine(5% w/v),Tropicamide(0.8% w/v)

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alcohol interaction for Appamide Plus

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lactation interaction for Appamide Plus

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

Phenylephrine(5% w/v)

Uses

Phenylephrine is used in common cold.

How it works

Phenylephrine is a decongestant. It works by narrowing the small blood vessels which provides temporary relief from inflammation (redness and swelling) and discomfort.

Common side effects

Nausea, Vomiting, Headache, High blood pressure, Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats), Blurred vision, Breathlessness, Itching, Restlessness, Reflex bradycardia, Excitation, Epigastric pain, Neck pain, Tremors, Hypertensive crisis, Eye pain, Stinging in the eyes, Photophobia, Conjunctival sensitivity, Preterm and low birth weight infants, Fainting, Myocardial infarction, Subarachnoid hemorrhage
Tropicamide(0.8% w/v)

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

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Expert advice FOR Appamide Plus

  • Oral phenylephrine should be taken with food
  • Phenylephrine can make you restless, so don't take it too close to bedtime
  • Do not use this medicine without doctor's advice if you are pregnant or breast feeding
  • Smoking may worsen the effect; therefore use of tobacco should be avoided.

Frequently asked questions FOR Appamide Plus

Phenylephrine

Q. Is it safe to use Phenylephrine?
Yes, Phenylephrine is safe for most of the patients. However, in some patients, it may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, headache, fatigue, dizziness, dryness in the mouth, sleepiness and allergic reaction. If you experience any persistent problem while taking this medication, inform your doctor as soon as possible.
Q. Can the use of Phenylephrine cause dizziness?
Yes, the use of Phenylephrine can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for sometime and resume once you feel better. Do not drive or use any machines. Consult your doctor if the side effect persist or worsen.
Q. Can the use of Phenylephrine cause nausea and vomiting?
Yes, the use of Phenylephrine can cause nausea and vomiting. To avoid nausea one can take Phenylephrine with milk, food or with antacids. If vomiting occurs, drink plenty of water or other fluids. Talk to your doctor if vomiting persists. You should let your doctor know if you are unable to drink water and there are signs of dehydration, like dark colored and strong-smelling urine and a low frequency of urination. Avoid taking fatty or fried foods along with this medication. Do not take any other medicine without consulting your doctor.

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.

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