mydriatic
/ˌmɪdriˈætɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or causing dilation of the pupil of the eye.
- The doctor explained the mydriatic properties of the medication before applying it.
- The eye drops have a mydriatic effect, making the pupils larger for the exam.
- Some mydriatic drugs are used to treat certain eye conditions.
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noun
- A substance that causes the pupil of the eye to dilate.
- The optometrist used a mydriatic to get a better view of the retina.
- Atropine is a common mydriatic used in eye exams.
- After applying the mydriatic, the patient's vision became blurry for a few hours.