Homatropine is an anticholinergic agent that acts as an antagonist against the receptors of muscarinic acetylcholine. It is present in antitussives, under the trade name Hycodan, in combination with bitartrate hydrocodone (dihydrocodeinone).
Some of the common side effects of Homatropine are;
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| Homatropine is an anticholinergic agent that acts as an antagonist against the receptors of muscarinic acetylcholine. | Atropine belongs to a class of medicines known as antimuscarinics or anticholinergics. Atropine occurs naturally and is extracted from the alkaloid plant belladonna. |
| Homatropine relaxes the muscles in your eye's iris (the coloured part). Relaxing these muscles causes the pupil to dilate or expand. | Atropine is a prescription medicine used to treat symptoms of low heart rate (bradycardia), to reduce preoperative salivation and bronchial secretions, or as an antidote to cholinergic or mushroom poisoning overdoses. |
Some of the common and serious side effects of Homatropine are:
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Some of the side effects of Atropine are:
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The combination of Homatropine and hydrocodone is used to treat runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, cough, and sinus congestion caused by allergies or the common cold. A narcotic cough medicine contains Homatropine and hydrocodone and may be habit-forming.
These therapeutic dilating drops (Atropine and Homatropine) can take up to two weeks longer duration of action. The daily administration of the drop may be necessary for treatment despite the longer duration of action.
The side effects of eye dilation include Light sensitivity, Blurry vision and Trouble focusing on close objects.
Everyone’s eyes react differently to drops in dilation. For your pupils to open fully, it usually takes 15 to 30 minutes. Within around 4 to 6 hours, most individuals are back to normal. For you, though, the effects could wear off sooner, or they could last much longer.
Homatropine should be used cautiously in children, and dosage should be determined by a doctor. It is generally not recommended for children under a certain age, as it may cause serious side effects.
Hydrocodone homatropine is a combination medication used to relieve cough. Hydrocodone is a narcotic cough suppressant, while homatropine helps reduce congestion and secretions.
Homatropine 2 eye drops should be used as directed by your doctor, usually by placing one or two drops in the affected eye(s) as prescribed.
Common side effects of homatropine include blurred vision, eye irritation, and increased sensitivity to light. Severe side effects may include eye pain and vision changes.
Hydrocod bit homat should only be used as prescribed by a doctor for the treatment of severe cough. It is not recommended for long-term use due to the risk of dependence and side effects.
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