ADVERSE REACTIONS TO DILATION​ S​ igns of an adverse reaction to dilation 1. Pain​ 2. Redness to the eye Treating an adverse reaction​ If a patient has an adverse reaction to dilation, there are inexpensive effective medications to reverse or break an attack: timolol 0.5%, brimonidine 0.2%, and pilocarpine 4% (wait two minutes between each, repeat the pilocarpine once more). A patient must follow-up with​an ophthalmologist if there is any adverse effects to dilation.​ • Dilation medications have an effective shelf life of at least 2-3 years.
CAMERA SOFTWARE OPERATION​ ​Each non-mydriatic style camera will come with an image capturing software and accompanying handbook.​ In general:​ 1. Assure that there is a connection cord between the computer (lap top or desk top) and non-mydriatic camera. 2. Set-up equipment in a room where lights can be dimmed and there are sufficient electrical outlets for the adjustable table/chair, screening camera and lap top. For each patient:​ 1. Input patient information in the software program.​ 2. Adjust camera for proper patient alignment. 3. Capture images, 1-2 pictures of each retina, starting with the patient’s right​eye. The software will automatically capture or “freeze” and save the images in the software. 4. Transfer images and patient information to the web-based storage and interpretation program for review.
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