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About Flarex Opthalmic Suspension

Fluorometholone is used to treat eye conditions caused by inflammation (swelling). This medicine is a corticosteroid (steroid medicine) that helps reduce the swelling in the eye. This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Uses of Flarex Opthalmic Suspension

Fluorometholone is used in the treatment of redness and swelling in the eye.

Medicinal Benefits of Flarex Opthalmic Suspension

Fluorometholone is a steroid. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause redness and swelling in the eye.

Directions for Use

Use one drop in the affected eye two to four times a day. During the first 24 to 48 hours, you may use this medicine every 4 hours, as directed by your doctor. Children 2 years of age and older—Dose must be determined by your doctor.

Side Effects of Flarex Opthalmic Suspension

Increased intraocular pressure, Eye itching, Corneal defect, Eye discharge, Eye discomfort, Dry eye, Teary eyes, Foreign body sensation in eyes, Eye redness, Headache

Similar Drugs

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

• 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.

Drug-Drug Interaction:

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine

Safety Advice

BREAST FEEDING

There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.