Drops "Cyclomed" - a drug used in ophthalmic practice in some diagnostic procedures and in the treatment of inflammatory diseases that affect the organ of vision. The active substance of the drug belongs to the group of M-anticholinergics.
Drops "Cyclomed", composition
1 ml of the product contains the following substances: cyclopentolate hydrochloride - 10 mg, benzalkonium chloride - 0.1 mg, sodium edeate, water. The drug is available in plastic dropper bottles.
The use of drops "Cyclomed"
Drops block the action of one of the mediators of the nervous system - acetylcholine. As a result, paresis of accommodation develops, the pupil expands. This creates the conditions for a detailed examination of the cavity of the eyeball. Also, the drug is instilled into the eyes in order to dilate the pupil before cataract surgery, since manipulation of the pupil is facilitated. Another indication for the use of Cyclomed drops is inflammatory diseases of the anterior parts of the eye: inflammation of the sclera, cornea, etc.
After instillation of fluid into the conjunctival sac in the central nervous system, the drug is detected after about 1 hour. Within 2 hours, half the medication leaves the body or is inactivated.
Since the drug has an effect on the nervous system, its use should be strictly regulated and in compliance with the dosages. However, Cyclomed drops are often instilled into the nose. This is due to the similarity of the release forms of these drops and drugs used for the common cold. Often, the Cyclomed medication is instilled into the nose deliberately in order to achieve a narcotic effect. With this route of drug administration, a more pronounced effect on the central nervous system is achieved.
After instillation of Cyclomed drops into the nose, the consequences can be most dire. When using the product in this way, the dose of the drug is significantly exceeded. Sometimes a whole package is applied once. This is despite the fact that, according to indications, it is necessary to instill 1 drop and only 3 times a day.
As a result, a slightly different effect of the drug appears. The heartbeat becomes more frequent, the ability to focus is impaired. Hallucinations may sometimes occur. Dry mouth appears , which provokes an indomitable thirst. The skin and mucous membranes become dry. Gastrointestinal complications are possible. When using high doses, clouding of consciousness occurs, actions and speech become incoherent. If the Cyclomed medication is instilled into the nose at a dose significantly higher than the therapeutic, then inhibition of the respiratory center and death of the body are possible.
Poisoning, which develops after instillation of Cyclomed drops in the nose, must be immediately eliminated due to the danger of the condition. It is necessary to introduce the drug Physostigmine. It is an antagonist of the active substance Cyclomed. A dose of 2 mg is prescribed. If after 20 minutes there is no proper therapeutic effect, then even up to 2 mg can be administered.
After stopping the poisoning with the drug for a long time, visual disturbances, nausea and vomiting, dizziness, anxiety can still appear. It should be remembered that the use of the Cyclomed medication for other purposes is fraught with serious complications. Persons under the influence of funds may commit illegal actions. Possible personality changes. Gradually, tolerance forms to the drug, and to achieve the effect, the dose taken increases, which increases the risk of death from an overdose. Refrain from taking the medicine for other purposes and warn loved ones. Perhaps you will save yourself and them life.