Tropicamide
Anticholinergics
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- Drug class
- Anticholinergics
- Availability
- Prescription only
- Routes
- Ophthalmic
- Markets covered
- 3
- Products on record
- 12
- FDA reports (12 mo)
- 93
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Tropicamide is an anticholinergic medication [1]. It is approved for use in mydriasis and cycloplegia, which are procedures involving pupil dilation and eye muscle paralysis, respectively [1]. These actions allow for better visualization during diagnostic eye examinations.
In the market, tropicamide is available under various brand names, including Mydriacyl [1]. Over the past 12 months, there have been 93 adverse event reports associated with this active ingredient [2]. The most frequently reported adverse events include ischaemic stroke, off-label use, eye pain, endophthalmitis, and reduced visual acuity [2].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| GB United Kingdom | MHRA | 6 | May 22, 2026 |
| CA Canada | Health Canada | 4 | August 1, 2025 |
| US United States | FDA | 2 | February 15, 2023 |
GBUnited Kingdom· MHRA
6 products
Uses
Mydrane is indicated for cataract surgery to obtain mydriasis and intraocular anaesthesia during the surgical procedure. Mydrane is indicated in adults only.
How to take
CACanada· Health Canada
4 products
Uses
AND CLINICAL USE ........................................................................ 3 CONTRAINDICATIONS .............................................................................................. 3 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................
4 ADVERSE REACTIONS .............................................................................................. 5 DRUG INTERACTIONS .............................................................................................. 6 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ..........................................................................
6 OVERDOSAGE ............................................................................................................. 6 ACTION AND CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY ......................................................... 6 STORAGE AND STABILITY ......................................................................................
USUnited States· FDA
2 products
Uses
INDICATIONS AND USAGE
For mydriasis and cycloplegia for diagnostic procedures.
How to take
Drug interactions
Known interactions involving Tropicamide. Select one for details. This list is informational and not a complete interaction checker.
Interaction data compiled from DDInter (academic, CC-BY). Severity classification only - this is not a complete interaction checker and not medical advice.
Sources & citations
- [1]MHRA (UK) · PL201620022 · revised May 22, 2026
- [2]Health Canada (DPD) · 02148536 · revised August 1, 2025
- [3]FDA DailyMed · 0d4f4a2e-eb00-4c… · revised February 15, 2023 [PDF]
- [4]OpenFDA adverse-event reports (US), 12 months ending June 4, 2026.
Information on this page is compiled from public regulatory records. Drugvu is not affiliated with any regulator or pharmaceutical manufacturer. This is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.