Homatropine
Uses
Homatropine is used during eye examination and uveitis.
How it Works
Homatropine works by relaxing the muscles in the iris of the eye. Relaxing these muscles helps to dilate or widen the pupil thus making it easier during eye examinations.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Homatropine include the symptoms below;
Eye irritation,
Eye itching,
Stinging sensation,
Blurred vision,
Stinging in the eyes,
Photophobia,
Eye discharge,
Burning sensation in eye,
Follicular conjunctivitis,
Foreign body sensation in eyes,
Increased intraocular pressure,
Burning sensation,
Bleeding
Phenylephrine topical
Uses
Phenylephrine is used for pupil dilation and the treatment of nasal congestion.
How it Works
Phenylephrine works by narrowing and shrinking the small blood vessels in the nasal passages. Phenylephrine provides temporary relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Phenylephrine topical for the eye works to relieve eye redness, burning, dryness and irritation caused by external irritants.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Phenylephrine can include the symptoms below
Nausea,
Headache,
Palpitations,
Increased blood pressure,
Vomiting,
Increased heart rate,
Heart beat irregular