HYDROXYAMPHETAMINE

Overview

HYDROXYAMPHETAMINE is a Schedule H drug.
Hydroxyamphetamine is a derivative of amphetamines. Hydroxyamphetamine is intended mainly as local eye drops for diagnostic purposes. It is indirect sympathomimetic agent which cause dilation of the eye pupil before diagnostic test. 

Usage

HYDROXYAMPHETAMINE is generally used to treat: Horner’s Syndrome
HYDROXYAMPHETAMINE can address symptoms like: Eyes Enlarged (dilated) Pupils

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Ophthalmic (Eye)

Precautions

  • Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
  • To keep the medicine as germ-free as possible, do not touch the applicator tip to any surface (including the eye). Also, keep the container tightly closed.
  • First, wash your hands. Tilt the head back and, pressing your finger gently on the skin just beneath the lower eyelid, pull the lower eyelid away from the eye to make a space. Drop the medicine into this space. Let go of the eyelid and gently close the eyes. Do not blink. Keep the eyes closed and apply pressure to the inner corner of the eye with your finger for 2 or 3 minutes to allow the medicine to be absorbed by the eye. This is especially important in infants.

Symptoms of Overdosage

HYDROXYAMPHETAMINE over-dosage can result in: Head Headache, Body Excessive Sweating, Nausea, Vomit

Serious Side-Effects

HYDROXYAMPHETAMINE : Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Pain, Irregular Heartbeat, Shortness Of Breath

Rare Side-Effects

HYDROXYAMPHETAMINE : Confusion, Dizziness, Fainting, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Body Excessive Sweating, Arms Pain, Jaws Pain, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized)

Disease Interactions

HYDROXYAMPHETAMINE can interfere with: Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension

Technical Classification

HYDROXYAMPHETAMINE is categorized as: MYDRIATICS / OPHTHALMIC PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

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