Tropicamide eye drops is used to dilate (enlarge) the pupil so that the doctor can see into the back of the eye. It is used before eye examinations, such as cycloplegic refraction and examination of the rolex replica watches fundus of the eye. Eyetrop eye drops may also be used before and after eye surgery.

For refraction instill 1 or 2 drops of 1% solution in the eye(s) repeated in 5 minutes. An additional drop may be instilled to prolonged mydriatic effect within 20 to 30 minutes. For examination of the fundus, instill 1 or 2 drops of 0.5% solution 15 to 20 minutes prior to examination. Individuals with heavily pigmented irides may require higher strength or more doses