Isopto Homatropine - Homatropine Hydrobromide - Ophthalmic Solution Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Isopto Homatropine.
• Isopto Homatropine
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Usage Instructions

• To apply eye drops, first wash your hands.
• Be careful not to touch the dropper or let it touch your eye to avoid contamination.
• Tilt your head back, gaze upward and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch.
• Place dropper directly over the eye and administer the prescribed number of drops.
• Look downward and gently close your eye for 1 or 2 minutes.
• Try not to blink and do not rub the eye.
• Do not rinse the dropper.
• If more than one type of eye drop is to be used, wait at least 5 minutes before using any other eye medication.
• Do not use eye drops that have changed color.

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may cause temporary drowsiness or blurred vision.
• Use caution if driving or engaging in activities requiring alertness.
• Headache, brow ache, temporary burning or stinging may occur initially.
• These effects should disappear as your body adjusts to the medication.
• If they persist or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
• This medication may cause your eyes to be sensitive to bright light.
• Wear sunglasses for protection.
• Inform your doctor if you develop.

Isopto Homatropine Miscellaneous Notes

• When your doctor tells you to stop using this medication, throw away any unused portion.
• Do not allow anyone else to use this medication.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• This medication can affect the way your body responds to other drugs.
• Before you use it, tell your doctor what prescription and nonprescription drugs you are taking.
• Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Isopto Homatropine Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
• Do not store in the bathroom.
• Do not freeze this medication.
• Store solution in a cool, dark place.
• Discard the solution if it turns brown, cloudy or contains particles.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication relaxes muscles in the eye causing the pupil to dilate (widen).
• It is used in conditions where the eye is inflamed.
• It is also used during eye examinations.

Read Before Using Isopto Homatropine (precautions)

• Do not use this medication while wearing soft contact lenses.
• The lenses may be discolored.
• This medication should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.
• It is not known if this medication appears in breast milk.
• Consult with your doctor before breast-feeding.
• Tell your doctor if you have.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, apply as soon as remembered; do not use if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.