Information about Fluorometholone
Generic Name : FluorometholoneUp-to-date prescription details regarding Fluorometholone are provided here.
Pronunciation : flewr-oh-METH-oh-lone
Learn the correct pronunciation of the Fluorometholone, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
ICD Code : Y45.9 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- Inflammatory Agents
Trade Names/Brand Names of Fluorometholone
India :
Nebracin F (Eye) (5ml) |
Tobacin (E/E) (5ml) |
TCN F (Eye) (5ml) |
Flurin-N (0.1%w/v /0.35%w/v /0.004%w/v) |
Biflace (0.1%w/v) |
Tozen-F (3mg/1mg) |
FML Neo (Eye) (5ml) |
Flomon (0.1%w/v) |
Fomel T (Eye) (5ml) |
Tycin F (Eye) (5ml)
International :
Flarex, FML Forte Liquifilm, FML Liquifilm, FML S.O.P., Fluor-Op, Eflone.
Why is Fluorometholone Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a corticosteroid, prescribed for the swelling caused by infections, injury, surgery or other conditions.When should Fluorometholone not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with viral or fungal eye infection, ocular herpes, tuberculosis, and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Fluorometholone?
Adult: Ophthalmic- As 0.1% ointment: Apply half an inch ribbon 1-3 times/day. As 0.1% solution: Instill 1-2 drops 2-4 times/day. May increase dose to 4 hourly in severe cases during the initial 24-48 hour.How should Fluorometholone be taken?
It comes as eye drops to instill into the affected eyes as directed by your physician.What are the warnings and precautions for Fluorometholone?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of eye infections, recent eye surgery, cataracts, glaucoma (open-angle type), severe nearsightedness (myopia), diabetes, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• Remove your contact lenses before using this medication.
• It may cause blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
♦ Avoid long term use; otherwise it may cause intraocular pressure.
What are the side effects of Fluorometholone?
♦ Eye - Increased eye pressure, eye nerve damage, cataract, eye inflammation, loss of accommodation, foreign body sensation, eye swelling, eye discharge, eye pain, eye itching and increased tears.Central Nervous System - Headache and dizziness.
