Bonjesta and Homatropine Hydrobromide

• Generic Name: doxylamine / pyridoxine
• Dosage Forms: tablet, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Bonjesta, Diclegis

Doxylamine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body.

Pyridoxine is a form of vitamin B (B6).

Bonjesta is a combination medicine used to treat nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, sometimes called morning sickness.

Bonjesta 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.