Alprazolam and Homatropine Hydrobromide

• Generic Name: alprazolam
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Niravam, Xanax, Xanax XR, Alprazolam Intensol

Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peen). It affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with anxiety.

Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety disorders, panic disorders, and anxiety caused by depression.

Alprazolam may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: homatropine ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Isopto Homatropine, Homatropaire

Used to produce mydriasis and cycloplegia for refraction. However, because homatropine has prolonged mydriatic and relatively weak cycloplegic effects, other antimuscarinics may be preferred.

Management of acute inflammatory conditions (e.g., iridocyclitis) of the uveal tract.

Used for pre- and postoperative states when mydriasis is required.

Used as an optical aid in some cases of axial lens opacities.