Atropine (1% w/v) + Chloramphenicol (0.5% w/v) + Dexamethasone (0.1% w/v)

🩺 Quick Overview

A sterile, multi-dose ophthalmic solution combining a mydriatic-cycloplegic (Atropine), a broad-spectrum bacteriostatic antibiotic (Chloramphenicol), and a potent corticosteroid (Dexamethasone). It is primarily indicated for the management of severe ocular inflammation and infection where cycloplegia is required to relieve pain and prevent synechiae formation. This combination is a mainstay in treating conditions like severe uveitis, post-operative inflammation, and penetrating ocular injuries with infection risk.

Medical Uses

  • Severe anterior uveitis (iritis, iridocyclitis) with infection or high risk thereof
  • Post-operative ocular inflammation following intraocular surgery (e.g., cataract, glaucoma) with prophylaxis/treatment of infection
  • Penetrating ocular injuries or corneal ulcers with significant inflammation and bacterial infection risk

Side Effects

  • Transient stinging/burning on instillation
  • Blurred vision (due to cycloplegia)
  • Photophobia (due to mydriasis)
  • Pupillary dilation (mydriasis)
  • Difficulty with near vision (loss of accommodation)
  • Mild conjunctival hyperemia

💊 Dosage

1-2 drops into the affected eye(s) every 4 to 6 hours. In severe conditions, may be used every 1-2 hours initially, tapering as inflammation subsides. Frequency and duration MUST be determined by an ophthalmologist.

🏭 Available Brands

ACD Eye Drops Cipla LtdAtrochlor-D Eye Drops Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.Atrochlor-DX Eye Drops Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd.ACD-M Eye Drops Micro Labs Ltd