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Fluorometholone

Uses

Fluorometholone is used to treat redness and swelling in the eye.

How it Works

How Fluorometholone Works Fluorometholone is a steroid. It functions by inhibiting the release of specific chemical messengers, known as prostaglandins, which are responsible for causing redness and swelling in the eye.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Fluorometholone include increased intraocular pressure, eye itching, corneal defects, eye discharge, eye discomfort, dry eyes, teary eyes, a foreign body sensation in the eyes, eye redness, and headache.

Expert Advice

Your doctor has prescribed Fluorometholone to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye.
Do not use Fluorometholone for more than the prescribed duration, as it may cause glaucoma or secondary infection.
Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface or your eye to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before administering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
A stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 minutes; notify your doctor if it persists longer.
If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before applying these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting your lenses.
Ensure to use the medication within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Other Combinations

Chloramphenicol + Fluorometholone

Fluorometholone + Neomycin

Fluorometholone + Tobramycin

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Salt Composition in both

Fluorometholone 0.1% w/v

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Bottle of 5 ml

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₹112.2

Flurisone 0.1% Eye Drop 5ml

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Fluorometholone 0.1% w/v

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Swastik Life Sciences

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Salt Composition in both

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Salt Composition in both

Fluorometholone 0.1% w/v

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Genblue Pharma

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₹79.7

Flurisone 0.1% Eye Drop 5ml

Micro Labs Ltd.

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₹124.6

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Salt Composition in both

Fluorometholone 0.1% w/v

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Asiltus Biopharma

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₹60.9

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Micro Labs Ltd.

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₹124.6

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Salt Composition in both

Fluorometholone 0.1% w/v

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Stensa Life Sciences

Bottle of 5 ml

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₹103.1

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Micro Labs Ltd.

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₹124.6

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Salt Composition in both

Fluorometholone 0.1% w/v

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Sentiss Pharma

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₹139.7

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Salt Composition in both

Fluorometholone 0.1% w/v

Fluvilone 0.1% Eye Drop 5ml

Vision Pharma

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₹79.7

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Micro Labs Ltd.

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₹124.6

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Salt Composition in both

Fluorometholone 0.1% w/v

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Sherwyn Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

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₹93.8

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Micro Labs Ltd.

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Salt Composition in both

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Salt Composition in both

Fluorometholone 0.1% w/v

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Protech Remedies Pvt. Ltd.

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₹93.8

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Micro Labs Ltd.

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Salt Composition in both

Fluorometholone 0.1% w/v

FLO Eye Drop Sterilized 0.1% Eye Drop 5ml

Aurz Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

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General Medicine Therapeutics Pvt. Ltd.

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Micro Labs Ltd.

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Salt Composition

Fluorometholone

Lowin Eye Drop

Ahlcon Parenterals India Ltd.

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₹42.3

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Fluorometholone

FM 1 Eye Drop

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Frequently asked questions

Is Fluorometholone safe?

Fluorometholone is safe when used at prescribed doses for the recommended duration as advised by your doctor.

Is Fluorometholone generic?

Yes, Fluorometholone is a generic name and is available under various trade names.

Is Fluorometholone a steroid?

Yes, Fluorometholone is a steroid and is classified as a synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid) used to relieve inflammatory conditions of the eye.

How does Fluorometholone work?

Fluorometholone is a synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid) that binds to specific receptors, controlling the production of chemicals that mediate inflammation, thus inhibiting inflammatory reactions such as swelling and capillary dilation.

Is Fluorometholone an antibiotic?

No, Fluorometholone is not an antibiotic. It is a synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid) used to relieve inflammatory conditions of the eye.

How much does Fluorometholone cost?

The price of Fluorometholone varies by brand. Please refer to the product packaging for the correct price.

Does Fluorometholone treat pink eye?

Fluorometholone is used to treat inflammation of the conjunctiva, relieving redness and itching. It should not be used for undiagnosed red eye conditions. Always follow your doctor's instructions regarding its use.

What is Fluorometholone ophthalmic suspension used for?

Fluorometholone is used to treat inflammation of the conjunctiva, including the palpebral and bulbar conjunctiva.