Which parasympatholytic drug is commonly used during ophthalmologic examinations to dilate pupils?
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Correct answer: Tropicamide
Tropicamide is a short-acting antimuscarinic drug used to produce mydriasis. It is commonly used in eye examinations to allow better visualization of the retina.
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