Atropen P Eye Drop is a medicine given to treat eye problems such as myopia where a child can see nearby objects clearly but has problems seeing distant objects.

Atropen P Eye Drop should preferably be only used in the eye that is experiencing problems. The dose and duration depend upon the type and severity of the disease condition. So, stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor.

Always wash the hands thoroughly with soap and hot water before and after using Atropen P Eye Drop. Doing so will help avoid the risk of any infection. For instilling the medicine, ask your child to lie down and look up and to the other side. Make sure your child remains still and calm while you are putting the medicine. Put the medicine drops in the lower eyelid, directed away from the nose. After this, ask your child to keep their eyes closed for some time so that the medicine doesn't spill out and gets absorbed properly.

Abstain your child from rubbing their eyes soon after putting the medicine as it can lead to redness or irritation. Your child should not wear any sort of contact lenses while on treatment with Atropen P Eye Drop as this medicine can damage the lenses. Do not abruptly stop the medicine by yourself, even if your child starts to feel better. Continue the medicine until the prescribed course is complete. Consult your child’s doctor in case of any confusion.

This medicine may have some minor and temporary side effects such as blurry vision, photophobia, dreased tear production, eye irritation, and stinging in the eyes. These episodes should start receding after a few doses. However, if these side effects persist or become bothersome for your child, report to the doctor without any delay.

Narrate your child’s complete medical history to your child’s doctor, including any previous episode of allergy, heart problems, blood disorders, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problems, skin disorders, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

Uses of Atropen P Eye Drop in children

Treatment of Myopia

Benefits of Atropen P Eye Drop for your child

In Treatment of Myopia

Myopia or nearsightedness is an eye disorder in which your child may have difficulty seeing distant objects but can see objects that are near clearly. Childhood myopia can be diagnosed at a very early age and can increase gradually from adolescence to adulthood. A low dose of Atropen P Eye Drop, if started at an early age, can significantly slow down the progression of myopia, preventing the progression of near-sightedness in the future. Atropen P Eye Drop helps treat myopia by relaxing the muscles, enabling the eyes to focus on distant objects.

Side effects of Atropen P Eye Drop in children

Atropen P Eye Drop does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Atropen P

Stinging sensation
Decreased lacrimation
Blurred vision
Photophobia

How can I give Atropen P Eye Drop to my child?

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

How Atropen P Eye Drop works

Myopia in children commonly occurs due to a problem in their focus mechanism. Atropen P Eye Drop belongs to a class of medicines called anticholinergic drugs. It works by relaxing particularly those eye muscles which enable the eyes to focus on distant objects.

Safety advice

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if I forget to give Atropen P Eye Drop to my child?

Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give the double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

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Quick tips

Use the eye drops only in the problematic eye unless your child’s doctor has suggested otherwise.
Once opened, do not keep Atropen P Eye Drop for more than 28 days at home. Discard the leftover medicine.
To avoid contamination, do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, including the eyes, eyelids, or eyelashes.
If your child is using more than one eye medicine, maintain a gap of few minutes between the two different medications.
Adhere to the number of drops as suggested by your child’s doctor. Do not use more or less.
Go for your child’s regular eye check-ups before and during the treatment.
Only give Atropen P Eye Drop to your child for their current problem. Never save medicine for future illnesses.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Natural Alkaloids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Anticholinergics

Interaction with drugs

Taking Atropen P with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Furazolidone (Oral Route) Mild

Atropine may increase the side effects of Furazolidone. Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.Doctor may monitor your blood sugar level.

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Patient concerns

Iam a myopia affected for high degree what about atropine eyedrops use myopia

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Atropine drops in lower concentration are claimed to slow down progression of myopia in children. We are not routinely using in adults

Two major problems :- 1- Eyesight -4.5 and -4.0 progressive eye. 2. Allergic cough + weak immunity I have myopia in my both eyes as described above from the very childhood and it is increasing by 0.5 each year please tell me the remedy to prevent this. Further I have allergic cough and weak immunity also. My hands and legs get cold very easily while sitting under AC and I tonsils trouble me very easily. I took the homeopathic treatment one year but all invain. Please let me know the effective ayurvedic medicine for above diseases. Presently i am using Shitophaladi churna + haridra khand with honey and Mahatriphala Dhirt of Sri Sri Ayurveda.

Dr. Akshay Choudhary

Ayurveda

It's a developmental myopia ,I'm also suffering from the exact same problem, myopia will develop till 21years of age. We can start Tab.Saptamruta lauha 1-0-1 Which may slower the development of myopia. Eat vitamin a rich diet. Secondly Stoppard is good for her cold etc. Start Chyawanprash 1tsp with cow milk early morning empty stomach which will built her immunity, Let her play a lot & enjoy her life

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FAQs

What is the best time to use Atropen P Eye Drop?

Atropen P Eye Drop can be given at any time of the day as prescribed by the doctor. However, it is best to use it just before your child retires to bed since Atropen P Eye Drop can cause temporary blurring of vision.

My child is 10 years old and has blurred vision (myopia). Is Atropen P Eye Drop the right choice?

Atropen P Eye Drop is usually given to young children to prevent the progression of myopia. In older children, where myopia has already been progressed, Atropen P Eye Drop is not known to have any beneficial effect. Therefore, in this case, avoid giving Atropen P Eye Drop to your child and consult your child’s doctor.

What if I give too much of Atropen P Eye Drop by mistake?

Excessive use of Atropen P Eye Drop in children can cause anticholinergic effects (dry mouth), cardiovascular changes (fast heart rate, irregular heartbeat), and central nervous system effects (confusion, restlessness, hallucinations, convulsions). Therefore, it is advised not to give more than the recommended dose.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Atropen P Eye Drop?

Atropen P Eye Drop may interact with other medicines or eye drops. Check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child along with Atropen P Eye Drop.

How to store Atropen P Eye Drop at home?

Atropen P Eye Drop is for external use only and should be stored out of the sight and reach of children. Keep Atropen P Eye Drop upright at room temperature in a dry place away from light.

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