Eye pain and stinging occurs upon instillation of
atropine sulfate
Atropine is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of low heart rate (bradycardia), reduce salivation and bronchial secretions before surgery or as an antidote for overdose of cholinergic drugs or mushroom poisoning. Atropine may be used alone or with other medications.
Do atropine drops sting?
No. Unlike other types of eye drops, atropine drops usually do not sting.
What are the side effects of atropine eye drops?
What are the possible side effects of atropine ophthalmic?
- severe burning or stinging of the eyes;
- severe eye redness or irritation;
- fast heart rate, restlessness or irritability;
- flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling); or.
