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C Pent Eye Drop Substitute

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Composition:

CYCLOPENTOLATE-1%W/V

Uses:

C Pent Eye Drop used for Eye examination, Uveitis. The detailed uses of C Pent Eye Drop are as follows:<br/>• Pupil Dilation: C Pent Eye Drop dilates the pupils for comprehensive eye examinations.<br/>• Uveitis Management: C Pent Eye Drop helps to manage uveitis by reducing pain and inflammation.<br/>• Cycloplegia: C Pent Eye Drop temporarily paralyzes the ciliary muscles for accurate measurement of refractive errors.<br/>• Diagnostic Procedures: C Pent Eye Drop facilitates diagnostic procedures like retinoscopy and fundus examination.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

C Pent Eye Drop contains Cyclopentolate, which is an anticholinergic drug primarily used before eye examinations (refraction exams). C Pent Eye Drop works by temporarily dilating (widening) the pupil of the eye and relaxing the surrounding muscles. It can also be prescribed during the treatment of a condition called anterior uveitis. This is a painful eye condition caused by inflammation and pain within the eye. C Pent Eye Drop makes the pupil larger and relaxes the muscles in the eye, which reduces pain and allows the inflamed part of the eye to rest and recover.

FAQs

C Pent Eye Drop is used to dilate the pupil of the eye and to temporarily paralyse the lens before an eye examination or surgery. It is also used to treat eye inflammation after cataract surgery.

C Pent Eye Drop contains Cyclopentolate, which works by temporarily dilating (widening) the pupil of the eye and relaxing the muscles of the eye. It can also be prescribed to treat inflammation and pain within the eye.

Do not wear contact lenses while using C Pent Eye Drop. Wait at least until the effects of the drops have completely worn off before wearing the contact lenses.

The common side effects of C Pent Eye Drop are eye irritation, foreign body sensation in the eyes, blurred vision, eye itching, stinging, increased intraocular pressure, and burning sensation in the eye. These side effects are mild and temporary.

The C Pent Eye Drop may take approximately half an hour or more to take effect after it has been fully used. Effects may last for up to 24 hours, but the duration may vary depending on your disease condition.

C Pent Eye Drop may cause blurry vision for some time initially. Avoid driving and operating machinery in such cases until you feel better. If the effect persists longer, seek medical attention.

As a side effect, C Pent Eye Drop may produce hypertension or high blood pressure, so it is not known to cause low blood pressure. Therefore, if you have blood pressure-related problems, see your doctor before taking C Pent Eye Drop.

No, C Pent Eye Drop does not need to be refrigerated. It should be stored at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and heat, and tightly closed.

Yes, C Pent Eye Drop is safe for infants if it is used in the prescribed dose and duration. However, infants should not be fed for 4 hours after the installation of C Pent Eye Drop as it may increase the risk of side effects.

The frequency of using C Pent Eye Drop can be determined by the doctor based on your medical condition. Do not use C Pent Eye Drop more than the prescribed doses as it may cause side effects. Therefore, use C Pent Eye Drop exactly as prescribed by the doctor.

C Pent Eye Drop is used to assist manage pain and stop synechia, which is the adhesion of the iris to the cornea, in cases of microbial keratitis. Cyclopentolate is a mydriatic-anticholinergic medication that blocks acetylcholine's activity at smooth muscle parasympathetic locations. As a result, the pupil enlarges and the lens momentarily becomes immobile. Typically, cyclopentolate takes 30 to 60 minutes to start working.