Fluromethalone
Drug Name(s): Flarex, FML Forte, generic
Class: Corticosteroids
Used to treat inflammatory conditions of the eye.
Dosage
Form(s): eye drops
1 drop in the affected eye 2 – 4 times a day. During the first 24 to 48 hours, your doctor may direct you to use it every 4 hours.
Special Instructions
If you wear contact lenses, remove them before inserting drops. Replace lenses after 15 minutes.
Potential Side Effects
Burning or stinging sensation, drooping upper eyelids, sensation of having a foreign body in the eye
Be Aware
Prolonged use of corticosteroids may result in glaucoma with damage to the optic nerve, defects in visual acuity and fields of vision. If you use these drops for 10 days or longer, your doctor will monitor you intraocular pressure. Use of corticosteroids may result in cataract formation. Prolonged use can increase risk of infections or mask or enhance existing infections. Let your doctor know if you have a history of herpes simplex virus.
