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11.5 Mydriatics and cycloplegic
Last edited: 31-01-2024
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- A preservative free option (or single unit dose drops) may be prescribed if available for all formulary products listed if clinically necessary, as an alternative option
- Please ensure that all prescriptions for eye drops clearly state the number of drops, into which eye(s), and the frequency of administration
11.5 Mydriatics and cycloplegic
Antimuscarinics
Atropine 1% eye drops (TLS Amber)
Tropicamide 0.5% or 1% single-use eye drops (TLS Amber)
Cyclopentolate 0.5 % or 1% eye drops (TLS Amber 3 months) (SCP click here)
Sympathomimetics
Phenylephrine 2.5% eye drops / single-use eye drops (TLS Amber)