| Drug Name: | Cyclopentolate |
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| Drug Class: | Anticholinergic |
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| Mechanism of Action: | - Blocks muscarinic receptors in the eye
- Results in dilation of the pupil and paralysis of the ciliary muscle
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| Use: | - Used for diagnostic purposes to dilate the pupil and examine the eye
- Used to treat uveitis and iritis
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| Side Effects: | - Blurred vision
- Photophobia
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Increased intraocular pressure
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| Contraindications: | - Hypersensitivity to cyclopentolate or other anticholinergics
- Angle-closure glaucoma
- Infants under 1 year of age
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