1. causing or relating to dilation of the pupil of the eye
Usage: medical/pharmaceutical term

1. a drug or agent that causes dilation of the pupil
Usage: medical/pharmaceutical term

Examples

• The ophthalmologist used mydriatic eye drops to dilate the patient's pupils during the examination.
• Atropine is a common mydriatic agent used in eye care.
• Mydriatic effects can temporarily blur vision and increase light sensitivity.
• The doctor prescribed mydriatic medication to help with the eye test.
• Some antihistamines have mydriatic properties as a side effect.