Tropicamide Ophthalmic Solution, USP 1% Somerset Therapeutics, LLC

Tropicamide Ophthalmic Solution, USP is an anticholinergic prepared as a sterile topical ophthalmic solution. The active ingredient is represented by the chemical structure:

Established name:

      Tropicamide ophthalmic solution, USP

Chemical name:

       Benzeneacetamide, N-ethyl-α-(hydroxymethyl)- N-(4-pyridinylmethyl). 

Each mL contains: Active:tropicamide 1%. Preservative:benzalkonium chloride 0.01%. Inactives:sodium chloride, edetate disodium, hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide (to adjust pH), Water for injection. pH range 4.0 - 5.8.

This anticholinergic preparation blocks the responses of the sphincter muscle of the iris and the ciliary muscle to cholinergic stimulation, dilating the pupil (mydriasis). The stronger preparation (1%) also paralyzes accommodation. This preparation acts in 15-30 minutes, and the duration of activity is approximately 3-8 hours. Complete recovery from mydriasis in some individuals may require 24 hours. The weaker strength may be useful in producing mydriasis with only slight cycloplegia. Heavily pigmented irides may require more doses than lightly pigmented irides.

For mydriasis and cycloplegia for diagnostic procedures.

Contraindicated in persons showing hypersensitivity to any component of this preparation.

FOR TOPICAL OPHTHALMIC USE ONLY. NOT FOR INJECTION.

This preparation may cause CNS disturbances which may be dangerous in pediatric patients. The possibility of psychotic reactions and behavioral disturbances due to hypersensitivity to anticholinergic drugs should be considered.

Mydriatics may produce a transient elevation of intraocular pressure.

Remove contact lenses before using.

Ocular:Transient stinging, blurred vision, photophobia and superficial punctuate keratitis have been reported with the use of tropicamide. Increased intraocular pressure has been reported following the use of mydriatics.

Non-Ocular:Dryness of the mouth, tachycardia, headache, allergic reactions, nausea, vomiting, pallor, central nervous system disturbances and muscle rigidity have been reported with the use of tropicamide. Psychotic reactions, behavioral disturbances, and vasomotor or cardiorespiratory collapse in children have been reported with the use of anticholinergic drugs.

For refraction, instill one or two drops of 1% solution in the eye(s), repeated in five minutes. If patient is not seen within 20 to 30 minutes, an additional drop may be instilled to prolong mydriatic effect. Individuals with heavily pigmented irides may require higher strength or more doses. Mydriasis will reverse spontaneously with time, typically in 4 to 8 hours. However, in some cases, complete recovery may take up to 24 hours.

Tropicamide Ophthalmic Solution USP, 1% (15 mL) filled in 15 mL Natural LDPE Bottle and natural LDPE nozzles with red colored HDPE caps.

NDC 76420-438-15 (relabeled from NDC 70069-121-01)

STORAGE:Store at 8°C to 27°C (46°F-80°F). Do not refrigerate or store at high temperatures. Avoid freezing. Keep container tightly closed.

Rx only

Relabeled by:

Enovachem PHARMACEUTICALS

Torrance, CA 90501

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