There are also other concerns. Certainly, we must give thought before we give our children any medication. Until 20 years ago, we didn't realize that children with viral infections should not be given aspirin. Atropine is a drug that is used for heart patients. Granted, in strengths that are much higher than what we would put in our eyes, but there are risks to any medication.
Dilation makes the eye very sensitive to sunlight.
If you are considering atropine, please review the risks with your doctor. That said, we have chosen to start atropine therapy. She actually wants to do it. We are going to get the Rx filled today. Ultimately, I don't expect her to be on the drops for that long, which was a factor in our decision.