Fluorometholone

Fluorometholone Brand Names

Eflone | Flarex | Fluor-Op | FML | FML Forte | FML Forte S.O.P.

What is Fluorometholone

Fluorometholone is a synthetic fluorinated corticosteroid that is structurally related to progesterone.

It is indicated for treating corticosteroid-responsive allergic and inflammatory conditions of the palpebral and bulbar conjunctiva, cornea, and anterior segment of the globe.

Fluorometholone is one of three ophthalmic corticosteroids preferred for long-term treatment because it is less likely to increase intraocular pressure.

Fluorometholone was approved by the FDA in July 1982.

Indications

1. allergic conjunctivitis
2. giant papillary conjunctivitis (GPC)
3. keratitis
4. ocular burns
5. postoperative ocular inflammation
6. uveitis
7. vernal keratoconjunctivitis

For the treatment of corticosteroid-responsive ophthalmic disorders including allergic conjunctivitis, ocular burns or trauma due to corneal injury resulting from chemical, thermal or penetration trauma, giant papillary conjunctivitis (GPC), keratitis, postoperative ocular inflammation, vernal keratoconjunctivitis, and chronic anterior uveitis

Side Effects

1. blepharedema
2. blepharitis
3. blurred vision
4. cataracts
5. conjunctival hyperemia
6. conjunctivitis
7. foreign body sensation
8. hyperemia
9. impaired wound healing
10. keratoconjunctivitis
11. lacrimation
12. mydriasis
13. ocular discharge
14. ocular hypertension
15. ocular infection
16. ocular inflammation
17. ocular irritation
18. ocular pain
19. ocular pruritus
20. ptosis
21. rash
22. uveitis
23. visual impairment

Monitoring Parameters

• ophthalmologic exam

Contraindications

• breast-feeding
• children
• contact lenses
• fungal infection
• glaucoma
• herpes infection
• herpes simplex keratitis (dendritic keratitis)
• infants
• mycobacterial infection
• neonates
• pregnancy
• varicella
• viral infection

Interactions

There are no drug interactions associated with Fluorometholone products.