Atropin Benefits & Uses

Atropin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Eye Disorders

Atropin 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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

Atropin Side Effects

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

Severe

Dry Mouth

Moderate

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

Mild

Flushing
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Atropin Related Warnings

Is the use of Atropin safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Atropin. It is best to stop taking Atropin immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Atropin safe during breastfeeding?

Atropin may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Atropin on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Atropin on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Atropin on the Liver?

Side effects of Atropin rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Atropin on the Heart?

Atropin has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Atropin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Topiramate

Zonisamide

Moderate

Atropin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Atropin 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 Atropin

Is this Atropin habit forming or addictive?

Atropin can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Atropin. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Atropin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Atropin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Atropin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Atropin

Taking Atropin with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Atropin

Consumption of alcohol and Atropin together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Atropine

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 113-115

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Atropine

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 113-115

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