What it is used for

Cardiac: In the management of patients with severe bradyardia and bradyarrhythmias to increase the heart rate. Patients with Type I atrioventricular conduction deficits to lessen the degree of atrioventricular heart block. Anaesthesia: Atropine is indicated as an antisialogogue in anaesthetic premedication to reduce or prevent secretions in the respiratory tract. During anaesthesia, atropine may be used to prevent reflex bradycardia and restore cardiac rate and arterial pressure resulting from the increased vagal activity associated with laryngoscopy, tracheal intubation and intra-abdominal manipulation, and for the prevention of the oculo-cardiac reflex during ophthalmic surgery. It may also be used to block muscarinic effects when neostigmine is used to counter the action of muscle relaxants. Anticholinesterase poisoning: Atropine is indicated in the treatment of cardiovascular collapse following poisoning from cholinesterase inhibitors such as the organophosphorus insecticides parathion and malathion, the nerve gases and from mushroom poisoning

How to take it

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

• The way to take this medicine: Intravenous
• Store below 25 degrees Celsius
• Protect from Light
• Lifetime is 2 Years.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Visual appearance

Clear, colourless liquid

Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine. open tool tip to find out more

Over 65?

This medicine contains the active ingredients:

• atropine sulfate monohydrate

If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient atropine sulfate monohydrate

This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.