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DOSAGE
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Instill one or two drops of 0.5%, 1% or 2% solution in the eye which may be repeated in five to ten minutes if necessary.
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Anterior Uveitis Treatment (Mild/Moderate)
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Anterior Uveitis Treatment (Severe)
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(1) Cyclopentolate 1% TID (2) PF 1% or Durezol 0.5% q1-6hrs, depending on severity, then taper QID x 1 week, TID x 1 week, then BID x 1 week. D/c when there is no AC reaction
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(1) Atropine 1% BID to QID (2) PF 1% or Durezol 0.5% q1-2 hours initial, consider a loading dosage q1min for 5 mins x 2 weeks, then taper QID x 1 week, TID x 1 week, then BID x 1 week. D/c when there is no AC reaction
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GENERIC
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cyclopentolate 0.5%, 1%, 2%
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MICROBIOLOGY
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By blocking acetylcholine it prevents the iris sphincter from constricting and the ciliary muscles from accommodating
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CONTRAINDICATIONS & WARNINGS
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Contraindicated in patients with narrow angles or hypersensitivity to ingredients Use of cyclopentolate has been associated with psychotic reactions and behavioral disturbances in pediatric patients. Increased susceptibility to cyclopentolate has been reported in infants, young children, and in children with spastic paralysis or brain damage. These disturbances include ataxia, incoherent speech, restlessness, hallucinations, hyperactivity, seizures, disorientation as to time and place, and failure to recognize people.
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PEDIATRIC USE
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Contraindicated under 2 years
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