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When Are Mydriatics Used?

Sophia Al-Mansoor • • 6 min read
When Are Mydriatics Used?

Topical mydriatics are used during an eye examination to allow visualization of the retina and other structures deep within the eye. Mydriatics may also be used to treat inflammatory eye conditions such as iritis and cyclitis and to reduce cycloplegia

cycloplegia
Cycloplegic drugs are generally muscarinic receptor blockers. These include atropine, cyclopentolate, homatropine, scopolamine and tropicamide. They are indicated for use in cycloplegic refraction (to paralyze the ciliary muscle in order to determine the true refractive error of the eye) and the treatment of uveitis.
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(a painful paralysis of the ciliary muscle of the eye).

What are the indications of mydriatics?

Indications: (a) Treatment of anterior uveitis. (b) Refracting children under 5 years of age. (2) OXYPHENONIUM (Antrenyl) (i and 5 per cent.) Produces a powerful mydriasis lasting up to 4 days and cycloplegia lasting up to I2 days.

What is the purpose of mydriatic drops?

Mydriatics are drugs that cause the dilation of the pupil. Pupillary dilation is needed to allow for a more detailed examination of the inner eye. Dilating is also necessary in procedures, such as surgery to correct cataracts, in order for the surgeon to have access to the inner eye.

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