{"product_id":"atropine-0-01-eye-drops-5ml","title":"Atropine 0.01% Eye Drops 5ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAtropine 0.01% Eye Drops\u003c\/b\u003e are a low-dose prescription ophthalmic medication primarily used in pediatric ophthalmology to slow down the progression of \u003cb\u003emyopia (nearsightedness) in children\u003c\/b\u003e. While standard 1% atropine drops are used to fully dilate the pupil for eye exams, this ultra-low concentration provides the therapeutic benefit of stopping eye elongation with minimal side effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIndication and Mechanism\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMyopia Control\u003c\/b\u003e: It is prescribed to children whose nearsightedness is worsening rapidly. It targets receptors in the sclera and retina to alter the signal that triggers eyeball elongation, thereby preventing vision from deteriorating further. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy 0.01%?\u003c\/b\u003e: Traditional 1% drops cause profound pupil dilation, severe light sensitivity, and blurry near vision. The 0.01% micro-dose effectively controls myopia progression while allowing the child to read and go about their day comfortably.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard Dosage and Administration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBecause it is a maintenance therapy, treatment typically lasts for at least \u003cb\u003etwo consecutive years\u003c\/b\u003e, closely monitored by a pediatric ophthalmologist:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard Dose\u003c\/b\u003e: 1 drop in each affected eye \u003cb\u003eonce daily at bedtime\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdministration Tip\u003c\/b\u003e: Instilling the drops at bedtime allows any minor, temporary pupil dilation or mild blurring to happen while the child sleeps. Clean hands, avoid touching the dropper tip to the eye, and press the inner corner of the eye (near the nose) for 1 minute after instilling to reduce systemic absorption. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSide Effects and Precautions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAt this low concentration, side effects are rare and mild, but can include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMild Photophobia\u003c\/b\u003e: Slight sensitivity to bright sunlight due to minor pupil dilation. Sunglasses can easily manage this.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eNear-Vision Blurring\u003c\/b\u003e: Very mild difficulty focusing on fine text up close.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAllergic Conjunctivitis\u003c\/b\u003e: Occasional eye redness, itching, or irritation from the formulation's preservatives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50540274319660,"sku":"","price":400.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/atrop.jpg?v=1738416491","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.com\/products\/atropine-0-01-eye-drops-5ml","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}