FDA label
What is atropine used for?
The FDA-approved uses of atropine, quoted from the Indications and Usage section of its DailyMed label.
Source: DailyMed SPL label file dated 2026-10-23. Publisher page
The FDA label says: “Atropine Sulfate Ophthalmic Solution, 1% is indicated in adults and pediatric patients aged three months and older for:”
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Atropine Sulfate, solution/ drops
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Gland Pharma Limited (ANDA219996). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Atropine Sulfate Ophthalmic Solution, 1% is indicated in adults and pediatric patients aged three months and older for:
1.1 Cycloplegia 1.2 Mydriasis 1.3 Penalization of the Healthy Eye in the Treatment of Amblyopia
Source: DailyMed label, set id a116af5c-ba4c-408c-9a02-4bc33772aa8d, version 4, effective August 3, 2026. NDC 68083-669, one of 20 listings for this product.
Atropine Sulfate, injection
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Accord Healthcare, Inc., (ANDA212868). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Atropine Sulfate Injection is indicated for temporary blockade of severe or life threatening muscarinic effects, e.g., as an antisialagogue, an antivagal agent, an antidote for organophosphorus or muscarinic mushroom poisoning, and to treat bradyasystolic cardiac arrest.
Source: DailyMed label, set id c82cb295-ffce-47d6-97ad-a8aa723f4e4f, version 9, effective October 6, 2025. NDC 16729-483, one of 15 listings for this product.
Questions
What is atropine used for?
The FDA label says: “Atropine Sulfate Ophthalmic Solution, 1% is indicated in adults and pediatric patients aged three months and older for:”
What drug class is atropine?
FDA lists atropine in the Anticholinergic and Cholinergic Muscarinic Antagonist established pharmacologic class.
Does this page cover off-label uses or dosing?
No. This page shows only the Indications and Usage section of the FDA label. Ask a pharmacist or prescriber about dosing.