Atropine may lower accommodative amplitude at morning, midday in children

Children using atropine for myopia control had lower accommodative amplitudes in the first half of the day, according to a study published in Optometry and Vision Science. “Despite its demonstrated efficacy in slowing the progression of myopia, low-dose atropine can have potential side effects,” Kaylin M. Maxwell, OD, MS, of The Ohio State University College of Optometry, and colleagues wrote.