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Cycloplegia

Cycloplegia is the temporary paralysis of the eye’s focusing muscle, preventing accommodation. It is used in eye examinations and to relieve pain from certain inflammatory eye conditions.

Cyclogyl

Cyclopentolate

5ml

Cyclopentolate eye drops for mydriasis and cycloplegia. It blocks muscarinic receptors to temporarily paralyse the pupil and the eye's focusing muscle.

From$15.00/ bottleView

Mydriacyl

Tropicamide

1%

Tropicamide tablets to dilate the pupils for eye examinations. The effect wears off within a few hours.

From$15.60/ bottleView

Key points

  • Cycloplegia is used during eye examinations to prevent the eye from focusing, allowing a clearer view of internal structures.
  • The listed medicines contain cyclopentolate or tropicamide, which are applied directly to the eye.

Common questions about Cycloplegia

Which medicines are listed for cycloplegia?

Two products are listed for cycloplegia: Cyclogyl and Mydriacyl. Both are eye drop bottles marketed by Alcon.

What kind of medicine is used for cycloplegia?

Cycloplegia is managed with anticholinergic eye drops. These medicines act on the muscle that controls the eye’s ability to focus, temporarily stopping it from adjusting.

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