Cyclogyl
Formulated to alleviate ciliary muscle contraction to support diagnostic ocular examination and target pupillary dilation.
- Category
- Eye Care
- Active ingredient
- Cyclopentolate
- Route
- Ocular use
- Form
- Ophthalmic Solution
- Strengths
- 5ml
You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Cyclogyl, depending on stock.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Cyclogyl vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Cyclogyl details
- Conditions
- Mydriasis · Cycloplegia
- Alternative names
- cyclopentolate hydrochloride
- Therapeutic class
- Anticholinergic Mydriatic
- Pharmacological class
- Muscarinic Antagonist
- Contraindications
- narrow-angle glaucoma; untreated ocular hypertension
- Minor side effects
- blurred vision; photophobia; stinging
- Moderate side effects
- elevated intraocular pressure; dry mouth; tachycardia
- Serious side effects
- severe psychotic reactions, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Ophthalmic Solution
- Administration route
- Ocular use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- Alcon
- Onset Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Duration
- 6–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Pilocarpine
- Age restrictions
- Approved for paediatric and adult populations.
Patient summary
formulated to alleviate ciliary muscle contraction to support diagnostic ocular examination and target pupillary dilation.
Mechanism of action
Blocks muscarinic receptors on the iris sphincter and ciliary muscles, causing temporary pupillary dilation and paralysis.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
TGA Category C: Minimal systemic distribution. Use caution. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.
What you will receive
Cyclogyl is the originator brand name, made by Alcon. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Alcon.
- The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Cyclopentolate is offered.
- The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
- Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.