Indication : Why is this medication prescribed?

For testing error of refraction. Mydriatic and cycloplegic with more rapid onset of action and less mydriatic effect than atropine sulphate.

Contraindication: What are the special precautions to be followed?

Under following conditions, use of this medication is inadvisable. Its use should be withhold as it would cause harm to the patient
Elderly, Hypermetropia, tendency for glaucoma, shallow anterior chamber, narrow angle glaucoma.

Other Precaution to be observed while taking this medication

Check intra-ocular pressure before use.

What are possible side effects of this medication ?

Blurring of near vision, photophobia, palpitation, dilatation of pupil.

Drug Category/Class

Homotropine Methylbromide has 0 Brands listed


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