The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Burning sensation in the eye(s)
- Blurred vision
- Eye irritation
- Sensitivity to light
Less Common Side Effects
- Eye or eyelid redness
- Behavior changes in children
Cyclopentolate serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Severe allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling in the face, tongue, or throat
Source: DailyMed
The following Cyclopentolate side effects have also been reported
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Symptoms of too much medicine being absorbed into the body
Clumsiness or unsteadiness
confusion
constipation, full feeling, passing gas, or stomach cramps or pain
fast or irregular heartbeat
convulsions (seizures)
flushing or redness of face
hallucinations (seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there)
passing urine less often
skin rash
slurred speech
swollen stomach (in infants)
thirst or dryness of mouth
unusual behavior, such as disorientation to time or place, failure to recognize people, hyperactivity, or restlessness, especially in children
unusual drowsiness, tiredness, or weakness
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Blurred vision
burning of eye
eye irritation not present before therapy
increased sensitivity of eyes to light
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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