Dilate Information

Dilate is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Mydriasis. Dilate also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Dilate depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Dilate as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Dilate normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Dilate is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Dilate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Dilate have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Dilate have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Dilate is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Dilate Benefits & Uses
Dilate Dosage & How to Take
Dilate Side Effects
Dilate Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Dilate with Other Drugs
Dilate Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Dilate
Dilate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Dilate Benefits & Uses

Dilate is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Uveitis

Dilate 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: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Dilate Related Warnings

Is the use of Dilate safe for pregnant women?

Dilate can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Dilate, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Dilate safe during breastfeeding?

Dilate may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Dilate on the Kidneys?

Dilate does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Dilate on the Liver?

Using Dilate does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Dilate on the Heart?

Dilate may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Dilate with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Phenylephrine

Chlorpheniramine,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Dilate Contraindications

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

Down Syndrome
Glaucoma

Frequently asked Questions about Dilate

Is this Dilate habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Dilate is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Dilate should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Dilate is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Dilate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dilate

Taking Dilate with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Dilate

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Dilate.

Unknown