Fluorometholone
Information about Fluorometholone
Fluorometholone uses
Fluorometholone is used in the treatment of redness and swelling in the eye.
How fluorometholone works
Fluorometholone is a steroid. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause redness and swelling in the eye.
Common side effects of fluorometholone
Eye irritation, Increased intraocular pressure, Eye pain, Taste change, Eye itching, Corneal defect, Eye discharge, Eye discomfort, Dry eye, Teary eyes, Foreign body sensation in eyes, Eye redness, Headache, Fine elevations on the conjunctiva, Photosensitivity, Eye inflammation, Keratoconjunctivitis, Lens opacity, Fatigue, Runny nose, Migraine, Vertigo, Numbness, Urinary tract infection, Eczema, Diarrhea, Weight gain
Available Medicine for Fluorometholone
Expert advice for Fluorometholone
- 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 to 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 delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
- If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Frequently asked questions for Fluorometholone
Fluorometholone
Q. Does Fluorometholone treat pink eye?
Fluorometholone is used for treat inflammation of parts of conjunctiva; relives redness and itching. It must not be used for undiagnosed red eye condition. Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding its use
Q. Is Fluorometholone an antibiotic?
No, Fluorometholone is not an antibiotic. Fluorometholone belongs to a group of medicines called synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid). It is used to relive inflammatory condition of the eye
Q. Is Fluorometholone a steroid?
Yes, Fluorometholone is a steroid. Fluorometholone belongs to a group of medicines called synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid). It is used to relive inflammatory condition of the eye