Atropine sulfate Ophthalmic and Methyclothiazide

• Generic Name: atropine ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Atropine-1, Isopto Atropine, Atropisol, Ocu-Tropine, Atropine Care, Atrosulf-1, Atropin-Care

Atropine sulfate eye drops is used to dilate the pupil before eye exams. It is also used to treat an eye condition called amblyopia (lazy eyes) and other eye conditions (eg, cycloplegia). Atropine sulfate works by blocking the chemical acetylcholine, which relaxes the ciliary muscle of the eye and causes the pupil to dilate.

Atropine sulfate is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: methyclothiazide
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Aquatensen, Enduron

Methyclothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention.

Methyclothiazide is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

Methyclothiazide is also used to treat fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, kidney problems, or edema caused by using steroids or estrogen.

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