Description
Due to infection, inflammation, or injury, fluorometholone eye drops are used to treat eye disease in youngsters and adults over the age of two. Inflammation of the eye refers to swelling of the eye tissues due to diseases like allergies, conjunctivitis (inflammation of the eye’s mucous membrane), or other diseases of the eyes.
The Fluorometholone eye drops have ‘fluorometholone’ in it, which reduces the action of the triggered immune system, thus preventing the white blood cells (WBC) from targeting our own body cells. It leads to a reduction in the release of chemicals (prostaglandin), causing pain and inflammation. It narrows the blood vessels, reducing the entry of cells into the site of injury and relieving the swelling, pain, and discomfort in the eyes.
Directions for Use
- Take the advice of your doctor regarding the dosage and timing of this drug to receive safe and efficient treatment.
- Sit comfortably and incline your head back. Gently pull your lower eyelid downwards using your index finger to create a pocket.
- Instil the volume of drops recommended by your doctor into the lower eyelid pocket. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
- Fluorometholone is ophthalmic in use only. Don’t touch the tip of the container to your lids or eyes to avoid contamination.
Medicinal Benefits
- Fluorometholone eye drops have ‘fluorometholone’ in it, which is a class of medicine known as ‘steroids’. Fluorometholone regulates inflammation by having an effect on the immune system and reducing the stimulated immune system by inhibiting white blood cells (WBC) from attacking the cells of the injured area.
- Consequently, this decreases the release of chemicals (prostaglandin) responsible for causing pain and inflammation in the eyes.
- It also leads to vasoconstriction (narrowing of the blood vessels), which decreases cells’ access to the site of injury and subsequently decreases the swelling, pain, and discomfort in the eyes.
Side Effects of Fluorometholone Eye Drops
- Increased intraocular pressure
- Vision disturbances
- Burning or stinging
- Itchy eyes
- Increased tearing
- Eye pain
Precautions for Fluorometholone eye drops
- Your physician has prescribed Fluorometholone eye drops to cure redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye.
- Don’t use Fluorometholone eye drops for longer than directed because it could lead to glaucoma or secondary infection.
- Don’t touch the dropper tip to any surface or to your eye, as this would contaminate the eye drops.
- Press the corner of the eye (near the nose) for 1 minute right after instilling the drop.
- Stinging can be felt for 1-2 minutes. Inform your doctor if it continues beyond that.
- If you have soft contact lenses, take them out before instilling these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before inserting your lenses again.
- Use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Frequently asked questions ( FAQ )
Do Fluorometholone eye drops treat pink eye?
Fluorometholone eye drop is used for the treatment of inflammation of the conjunctiva; they alleviate itching and redness. Should not be utilised in the case of an undiagnosed red eye condition. Always use according to the doctor’s instructions
Is Fluorometholone eye drop an antibiotic?
No, Fluorometholone eye drop is not an antibiotic. Fluorometholone is a class of drugs known as a synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid). Fluorometholone is employed for alleviating the inflammatory condition of the eye
Is Fluorometholone eye drop a steroid?
Yes, Fluorometholone is a steroid. Fluorometholone is a synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid) belonging to a class of medications. It is used for relieving an inflammatory eye condition.
Is Fluorometholone eye drop safe?
Fluorometholone is safe when taken at prescribed doses for the prescribed period of time as directed by your physician
Is Fluorometholone eye drop generic?
Yes, Fluorometholone is a generic name. It is marketed under several trade names.
How does Fluorometholone eye drop work?
Fluorometholone is a synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid) of a class of drugs. Fluorometholone is attached to its receptors and regulates the formation of some chemicals which mediate infection in the body, thus preventing the inflammatory responses (like swelling, fibrin deposition, capillary dilatation, phagocyte migration).
For what is the ophthalmic suspension Fluorometholone eye drop used?
Fluorometholone treats inflammation of the structures of the conjunctiva, including the palpebral conjunctiva (a transparent membrane that lines the inside of the eyelids) and the bulbar conjunctiva (a transparent membrane covering the front surface of the eye).
