Town & Country Compounding has atropine 0.01%, 0.02%, and 0.05% eye drops with extended beyond-use dating.
Eye floaters are a common yet often frustrating visual disturbance that many patients experience. These small, dark shapes or specks that drift across the field of vision are typically caused by clumps of gel or cells within the vitreous — a transparent, gel-like substance in the eye.
Though usually harmless, floaters can be described by patients as bothersome and disruptive, particularly when they interfere with vision. While the condition is most common in those over 50 or individuals with myopia (nearsightedness), anyone can experience floaters at any age.
Current challenges in addressing eye floaters
Currently, there are no commercially available medications specifically for eye floaters. For the majority of patients, the options are limited to symptom management, leaving a gap for those seeking non-invasive solutions.
Low-dose atropine eye drops for floaters (low concentration atropine eye drops): a potentially promising option
Studies and clinical observations suggest that low-dose atropine may help reduce the visual disturbance caused by eye floaters. Atropine, an anticholinergic agent, works by affecting the muscles in the eye that control pupil dilation and constriction. By applying low concentrations of atropine, the medication may help to relax the vitreous body, possibly reducing the prominence of floaters in the visual field.
Low-dose atropine eye drops for floaters are typically compounded in concentrations ranging from 0.01% to 0.05%. These low concentrations may have the potential to provide some relief without causing common side effects seen with higher doses, such as blurry vision or light sensitivity.
According to a statement on the International Ophthalmic Floater Society (IOFS) website,
“A small dose of 0.01% atropine, one drop every evening, can dilate the pupil by 1 mm, just enough to weaken the intensity of the shadow and even make it disappear. At this low concentration, we are able to maintain normal pupil dynamics.”
However, the precise concentration and frequency of administration can vary based on the patient’s individual needs. This customization allows ophthalmologists and optometrists to tailor therapies to each patient’s specific needs.
Why low-dose atropine eye drops must be compounded
Atropine ophthalmic drops are only commercially available in 1% concentration, which is higher than what is recommended for floaters and myopia in children. Town & Country Compounding starts with atropine powder and compounds the lower-strength eye drops in our state-of-the-art sterile compounding labs.
At Town & Country Compounding Pharmacy, we specialize in creating high-quality compounded medications, including sterile low-dose atropine eye drops for floaters and more. Our pharmacy has extensive experience in compounding low-concentration atropine for children with myopia.
This experience has enabled us to conduct stability studies through an outside lab to extend the beyond-use dates of our compounded formulations. Additionally, all batches of our eye drops are sent to an independent, outside analytical laboratory to undergo sterility, potency, and endotoxin testing.
Atropine Eye Drops
Town & Country Compounding Pharmacy compounds various strengths of atropine eye drops for floaters, myopia (nearsightedness), and other conditions in children and adults.
Why choose Town & Country Compounding Pharmacy?
By working with Town & Country Compounding Pharmacy, you’re partnering with a trusted, licensed pharmacy that understands the importance of quality, safety, and precision in compounded medications. We specialize in sterile compounding and adhere to the highest industry standards to ensure the integrity of every product we make.
When you choose us, you’re not only getting access to high-quality compounded medications, but you’re also getting a reliable partner who is committed to delivering the best outcomes for your patients. With our extensive experience, stability studies, and rigorous quality control processes, we provide patients with the highest quality compounded medications.
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References
Cipolletta, S., Beccarello, A., & Galan, A. (2012). A psychological perspective of eye floaters. Qualitative Health Research, 22(11), 1547–1558. https://doi.org/10.1177/1049732312457464
ClinicalTrials.gov. (2024). Low-dose atropine for symptomatic vitreous floaters (NCT06174935). U.S. National Library of Medicine. https://ctv.veeva.com/study/low-dose-atropine-for-symptomatic-vitreous-floaters
Doctor Eye Health. (2021, July). Eye floaters cure? Atropine eye drop explained. https://doctoreyehealth.com/2021/07/eye-floaters-cure-atropine-eye-drop-explained
Milston, R., Madigan, M. C., & Sebag, J. (2016). Vitreous floaters: Etiology, diagnostics, and management. survey of ophthalmology, 61(2), 211-227. Link
Mount Sinai Health System. (n.d.). Eye floaters. https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/special-topic/eye-floaters
The Floater Society. (n.d.). Atropine eyedrops treatment. https://thefloatersociety.com/atropine-eyedrops-treatment/
