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What happens if I miss a dose (Cyclomydril)?

Since cyclopentolate and phenylephrine ophthalmic is given as needed by a healthcare professional, you are not likely to be on a dosing schedule.

What happens if I overdose (Cyclomydril)?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have received too much of this medicine.

Overdose symptoms may include blurred vision, eye pain, seeing halos around lights, loss of balance or coordination, trouble speaking or thinking, feeling restless or excited, fever, warmth or tingling, fast or pounding heartbeats, confusion, hallucinations, or seizure (convulsions).

What should I avoid after receiving cyclopentolate and phenylephrine ophthalmic (Cyclomydril)?

Cyclopentolate and phenylephrine can cause side effects that may impair your vision, thinking, or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert and able to see clearly.

Avoid exposure to sunlight, sunlamps, or tanning beds for several hours after you are treated with this medication. Dilated pupils can make your eyes more sensitive to sunlight. Protect your eyes with sunglasses when you in bright light.

Avoid getting this medication in your mouth. If this does occur, rinse with water.

What other drugs will affect cyclopentolate and phenylephrine ophthalmic (Cyclomydril)?

The following drugs can interact with cyclopentolate and phenylephrine. Tell your doctor if you are using any of these:

• guanethidine (Ismelin);
• reserpine;
• methyldopa (Aldomet); or
• an antidepressant such as amitriptyline (Elavil, Vanatrip), doxepin (Sinequan), desipramine (Norpramin), imipramine (Janimine, Tofranil), nortriptyline (Pamelor), and others;

This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with cyclopentolate and phenylephrine ophthalmic. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist can provide more information about cyclopentolate and phenylephrine ophthalmic.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

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