Cyclopentolate Dosage

Generic name: cyclopentolate ophthalmic
Brand names: Cyclogyl, Cylate, AK-Pentolate, Pentolair, Ocu-Pentolate
Dosage form: ophthalmic solution (0.5%; 1%; 2%)
Drug class: Mydriatics

Medically reviewed by  A Ras MD.

Recommended Adult Dosing

Dosage forms:  SOL: 0.2%/1%

Mydriasis induction

[1 gtt in eye(s) q5-10min up to 3x]

Info: compress lacrimal sac for several min after admin; heavily pigmented irises may require higher doses

SRC: NLM .