Bontril PDM and Homatropine Hydrobromide

• Generic Name: phendimetrazine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Bontril PDM, Bontril, Melfiat

• It is used to treat obesity.

• 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.