Cycloplegic drugs produce a similar effect on the pupil as mydriatic drugs,with one difference.From the options below,select the most appropriate statement about the effects of cycloplegics.

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Cycloplegics are anticholinergics that dilate the pupil and inhibit focusing.Examples include the following:Tropicamide 0.5%,1% (Mydriacyl):cycloplegic (paralysis of accommodation,inhibits focusing),dilates the pupil,anticholinergic,used for examination of fundus or refraction;Atropine 1%,anticholinergic,dilates the pupil,inhibits focusing,potent and long duration (7-14 days);Cyclopentolate 0.5%,1%,and 2% (Cyclogyl),anticholinergic,dilates the pupil,inhibits focusing;Scopolamine hydrobromide 0.25% (Isopto Hyoscine),anticholinergic,dilates the pupil,inhibits focusing;Homatropine hydrobromide 2%,and 5% (Isopto Homatropine),anticholinergic,dilates the pupil,inhibits focusing;Epinephrine (1:1000)preservative free (PF),dilates the pupil,added to bottles of balanced salt solution for irrigation to maintain pupil dilation during cataract or vitrectomy procedure.

Cycloplegic Drugs Produce a Similar Effect on the Pupil as Mydriatic