Tropine Benefits & Uses

Tropine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Eye Disorders

Tropine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.6 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.6 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.03 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.03 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.03 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.02 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Tropine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tropine is used -

Severe

Dry Mouth
Blurred vision
Sadness
Dry eyes

Moderate

Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Photophobia
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Flushing
पेट दर्द
Nausea or vomiting

Tropine Related Warnings

Is the use of Tropine safe for pregnant women?

Tropine may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Tropine again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Tropine safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Tropine on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Tropine on the Kidneys?

Tropine rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Tropine on the Liver?

Tropine is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Tropine on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Tropine on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Tropine with Other Drugs

Tropine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Topiramate

Zonisamide

Moderate

Tropine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tropine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Glaucoma
GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
Peptic Ulcer
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Tropine

Is this Tropine habit forming or addictive?

You may get addicted to Tropine. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Tropine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Tropine can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Tropine should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Tropine is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Tropine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tropine

Taking Tropine with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tropine

Taking Tropine with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe