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They are used by the ophthalmologist for: examination of the fundus of the eye for the purpose of diagnosing and treating certain diseases; diagnosing certain refractive errors in children; treatment of certain conditions such as amblyopia, iridocyclitis.
The effect of drops used in pupil dilation lasts between 2 and 48 hours, depending on the individual (e.g., it lasts longer in patients who have a lighter iris color and generally in children – in whom dilation drops are administered multiple times for the correct determination of diopters).
Side Effects of the Drops:
- slight stinging sensation in the eye at the time of administration - a sensation that disappears within a few seconds of administration;
- 'foggy' vision especially for near vision;
- increased sensitivity to light (which is why it is desirable for the patient to have a pair of protective sunglasses after visiting the ophthalmologist);
- 'red eye';
- dry mouth;
- 'flush' (redness) of the face;
- temperature;
- rapid pulse.
It is important to note that all these effects are transient and resolve within a few hours, once the substance is eliminated from the body and pupil size normalizes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The effect of the drops lasts between 2 and 48 hours, depending on the individual. It lasts longer in patients with light-colored irises and in children.
Slight stinging, blurred near vision, light sensitivity, red eye, dry mouth - all are transient and resolve within a few hours.
