Cyclogyl
Warnings
What may interact with Cyclogyl?
-Carbachol
-Medications for Alzheimer or Parkinson disease
-Pilocarpine
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Cyclogyl?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Down Syndrome
-Glaucoma
-Wear contact lenses
-An unusual or allergic reaction to cyclopentolate or other medications, foods, dyes or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to become pregnant
-Breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using Cyclogyl?
Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Report any serious side effects right away. Stop using this medication if your eyes become inflamed, painful or have a discharge, and see your care team right away.
If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using this medication. Contact lenses may be put back in 15 minutes after using this medication.
You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medication affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol can make you more drowsy and dizzy. Avoid alcoholic drinks.
Be careful not to touch the tip of the dispensing container onto the eye, or any other surface. Serious eye infections can result from contamination of eye solution.
If this medication makes your eyes more sensitive to light, wear dark glasses
In infants, feeding intolerance may occur. Infant feedings should be held for 4 hours after administration of this medication. Observe infants closely for at least 30 minutes following the use of this medication.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature, 15 to 30 degrees C (59 to 86 degrees F). Keep the bottle tightly closed. Throw away any unused medication after the expiration date.
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