Mydriacyl Eye Drops are anticholinergics used to widen (dilate) the pupil of the eye in preparation for certain eye examinations. It works by relaxing certain eye muscles.

Mydriacyl Eye Drops are often used only in a doctor's office during an eye examination. Instructions are provided below for giving yourself the medicine if your doctor has prescribed it for home use. To apply the Mydriacyl eye drops:

• Wash your hands before and after using the eye drops. Because a child might rub their eyes after the drops are given, wash the child's hands after use.
• Tilt your head slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Hold the dropper above the eye with the tip down. Look up and away from the dropper and squeeze out a drop.
• Close your eyes for 2 or 3 minutes with your head tipped down without blinking or squinting. Gently press your finger to the inside corner of the eye for 1 to 3 minutes to keep the liquid from draining into your tear duct.
• Please do not touch the tip of the eye dropper or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated dropper can infect your eye, leading to serious vision problems.

Before taking Mydriacyl Eye Drops, consider the followings:

• Allergies
  Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or other medicines. Also, tell your healthcare professional if you have allergies to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. 
• Pediatric
  Infants, young children, and children with blond hair or blue eyes may be especially sensitive to the effects of Mydriacyl Eye Drops. 
• Geriatric
  Older adults are especially sensitive to the effects of Mydriacyl Eye Drops may increase the chance of side effects during treatment.
• Drug Interactions
  Although certain medicines should not be used together, in other cases, two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction occurs. 

Mydriacyl Eye Drops may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have the following:

• Unusual changes in mood or behavior;
• A fast, slow, or uneven heart rate;
• Shortness of breath; or
• A light-headed feeling, like you, might pass out.

Common side effects of Mydriacyl Eye Drops may include:

• Blurred vision;
• Mild stinging of the eyes;
• Your eyes may be more sensitive to light;
• Dry mouth; or
• Headache.

These are not a complete list of side effects, and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

What should you do while using Mydriacyl Eye Drops?

When you use Mydriacyl eye drops, your eyes will not be able to react to light as they usually do naturally, sensitive to light. Additionally, your vision might be a little blurry. Wear sunglasses when you're outside during the day until your eyes have fully recovered to avoid discomfort and pain. Don't drive until your eyes have recovered.

How long do your eye(s) return to normal after using Mydriacyl Eye Drops?

Your eyes should go back to normal after 4 to 8 hours. However, in some cases, it can take up to 24 hours for complete recovery.

What side effects can  Mydriacyl Eye Drops cause?

Eye stinging, temporary blurred vision, dry mouth, or eye sensitivity to light may occur.