Type:5ml drop
Generic Name:Fluorometholone 0.1 % Eye prep
Manufacturer:Gaco Pharmaceuticals(G.A Company Ltd)
Price:৳90.00
Allergic and inflammatory conditions of the eye
Adults: Instill 1-2 drops into conjunctival sac 2-3 times daily. Dose may be increased to 1 drop hourly during first 24-48 hr.
Children (above 2 years of age): Instill 1-2 drops into conjunctival sac 2-3 times daily. Dose may be increased to 1 drop hourly during first 24-48 hr.
Viral diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva, including epithelial herpes simplex keratitis (dendritic keratitis), Vaccinia and Varicella, mycobacterial eye infection, ocular fungal infections, untreated eye infections; hypersensitivity.
Fluorometholone suppresses the migration of polymorphonuclear leukocytes and reversal of increased capillary permeability thus decreasing inflammation.
Glaucoma (check intraocular pressure periodically), history of herpes simplex fungal or bacterial infections. Not to be used in mustard gas keratitis and Sjogren's keratoconjunctivitis. May cause corneal and scleral thinning which may lead to perforation in serious cases. Use of steroids after cataract surgery may prolong healing time and increase bleb formation. Pregnancy, lactation; children <2 yr.
Mild burning sensation, reversible increase in intra ocular pressure (IOP), reactive hyperemia/rebound effect, cataract & corneal defects, glaucoma, systemic effects (chronic use).
Pregnancy Category: C Lactation: Excretion in milk unknown; not recommended
