Cyclocil 1%

Cyclocil 1% (Cyclopentolate HCI) by Alza is an eye drop of 15ml sterile ophthalmic solution. It is used to dilate the pupil and temporarily paralyze the focusing muscles of the eye.

Package Contains: Each Cyclocil 1% package contains 15ml eye drops in a dropper bottle & a leaflet.

Composition: Each ml contains:

Cyclopentolate HCI 10mg

(USP Specs).

Excipients: Boric Acid, Edetate disodium, Potassium chloride, Purified Water and Benzalkonium Chloride 0.01% as preservative.

Dosage: Use as directed by the Physician or Pharmacist.

Uses: Cyclocil 1% is used to produce mydriasis and cycloplegia.

Indications and Detailed Uses: Cyclopentolate temporarily relaxes certain muscles in the eye, causing the pupil to become larger (mydriasis) and reducing the eye’s ability to focus on nearby objects (cycloplegia). These effects are useful during eye examinations, helping the eye specialist get a clearer view of the eye and make a more accurate assessment of vision and refractive error. The effects are temporary and wear off as the medicine leaves the eye.

Side Effects: Cyclocil 1% side effects are following, such as:

Ocular: Increased intraocular pressure, burning, photophobia, blurred vision, irritation, hyperemia, conjunctivitis, blepharoconjunctivitis, punctate keratitis, and synechiae have been reported.
Non-ocular: Use of Cyclocil 1% has been associated with psychotic reactions and behavioral disturbances, usually in children, especially with 2% concentration. These disturbances include ataxia, incoherent speech, restlessness, hallucinations, hyperactivity, seizures, disorientation as to time and place, and failure to recognize people. This drug produces reactions similar to those of other anticholinergic drugs, but the central nervous system manifestations as noted above are more common. Other toxic manifestations of anticholinergic drugs are skin rash, abdominal distention in infants, unusual drowsiness, tachycardia, hyperpyrexia, vasodilation, urinary retention, diminished gastrointestinal motility and decreased secretion in salivary and sweat glands, pharynx, bronchi and nasal passages. Severe manifestations of toxicity include coma, medullary paralysis and death.

Contraindications: It should not be used when untreated narrow-angle glaucoma, or untreated anatomically narrow angles, are present, or if the patient is hypersensitive to any component of this preparation.

Warnings: For topical ophthalmic use only: Not for injection. This preparation may cause CNS disturbances. This is especially true in younger age groups, but may occur at any age, especially with the stronger solutions. Infants are especially prone to CNS and cardiopulmonary side effects from Cyclopentolate. To minimize absorption, use only 1 drop of Cyclocil 1% Ophthalmic Solution USP per eye, followed by pressure applied over the nasolacrimal sac for two to three minutes. Observe infants closely for at least 30 minutes following instillation. Mydriatics may produce a transient elevation of intraocular pressure.

Precautions: Protect from heat and light.

Store below 25 °C.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Use within one month after opening.

Note: For full prescribing information see leaflet in the pack.

Manufacturer & Buy Online:

Cyclocil 1% eye drop is manufactured by: Alza Pharmaceuticals.

This is the link to the manufacturer: https://www.facebook

You can buy it online at: https://www.medishop.pk

It is available online, or you can buy it from any nearby pharmacy. It is currently (2026) available at the retail price of around 292 rupees.

By: Fari