Atropine + Oxychloro Complex

Dosage Forms Available

• Atropine + Oxychloro Complex is available as eye drops and ointment, which are administered topically in the eye.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• Atropine + Oxychloro Complex eye drops and ointment are generally meant for adults and children above the age of 3 years.

Contraindications

• Atropine + Oxychloro Complex is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to atropine or oxychloro complex.

• It is also contraindicated in patients with narrow-angle glaucoma or adhesions between the iris and lens (synechiae).

Other Medications to Avoid

• Atropine + Oxychloro Complex may interact with anticholinergic agents (such as ipratropium and scopolamine), cholinergic agonists (such as pilocarpine), and MAO inhibitors (such as phenelzine and tranylcypromine).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of Atropine + Oxychloro Complex can cause severe anticholinergic toxicity with symptoms such as fever, delirium, rapid heartbeat, breathing difficulty, and urinary retention. Immediate medical attention is required if an overdose is suspected.

• If a dose is missed, it should be administered as soon as possible. However, if it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double up on doses to make up for the missed one.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor. You might find these tips helpful:

• To manage a dry mouth, increase your fluid intake, chew sugarless gum, or suck on sugarless hard candy.

• To manage sensitivity to light, wear sunglasses when outdoors.

• To manage a stinging or burning sensation in the eye, try resting your eyes for a few minutes.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Atropine + Oxychloro Complex can cause blurred vision. It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how this medicine affects you.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Atropine + Oxychloro Complex should only be used during pregnancy and lactation if prescribed by your doctor. If you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before starting this medication.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with increased intraocular pressure should exercise caution when using Atropine + Oxychloro Complex. Specifically, those with Down syndrome or spastic paralysis in children should be carefully monitored when using this medicine.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Because Atropine + Oxychloro Complex can cause light sensitivity, it is recommended to wear sunglasses when outdoors in bright sunlight.

• Regular eye check-ups and monitoring of intraocular pressure are recommended during treatment with this medicine.

• Good hygiene practices (like washing hands before and after application) are also recommended to avoid any potential eye infections.