Lumiron Eye Drops (Fluorometholone)

Adult dosage

Instill 1-2 drops, 2-4 times per day. Adjust appropriately according to symptoms.

This medication should not be used in patients with viral keratitis, fungal eye diseases, mycobacterial infections, or chronic blepharitis. Additionally, it should be avoided if there has been a previous allergic reaction to this drug. It is generally not used in patients with corneal epithelial damage or corneal ulcers, tuberculosis or purulent eye diseases, glaucoma patients, and children under 2 years of age, but may be used with extreme caution in unavoidable situations. Long-term use of this medication can lead to increased intraocular pressure, glaucoma, optic nerve damage, and decreased vision, so regular intraocular pressure checks are necessary. Moreover, herpes keratitis or fungal keratitis and infections may be triggered, so proper treatment should be sought immediately if symptoms appear. In rare cases, prolonged use may increase the risk of cataracts or secondary ocular infections. In cases of acute purulent ocular infection, symptoms may be obscured or worsen, indicating the need for caution. The phosphate components contained in this medication can very rarely cause corneal calcification in patients with severe corneal damage. Wound healing may be delayed following cataract surgery, and prolonged use may lead to suppression of pituitary and adrenal cortical function. If allergic symptoms appear, use should be stopped immediately. This medication can cause blindness if used in red eyes without a doctor’s diagnosis; therefore, it should be used strictly according to a doctor’s prescription. Patients with a history of herpes simplex require careful monitoring and examination upon administration. If used for more than 10 days, particularly in children or non-cooperative patients, regular intraocular pressure checks are necessary. This drug is ineffective for mustard gas keratitis or Sjögren’s conjunctivitis. If inflammation or pain persists or worsens for over 48 hours, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician. Contact lens wearers should remove lenses before instillation and may reinsert them after at least 30 minutes. Temporary blurriness may occur during instillation; hence, driving or operating hazardous machinery should be avoided. If infected with chickenpox or measles while on treatment, it can be fatal, so infection prevention and medical history confirmation are very important. Children and patients taking specific medications are at higher risk of systemic side effects, so caution is required. The risk of side effects may increase when this drug is used in combination with certain medications, so use should be discussed with a doctor beforehand. Pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should avoid long-term or frequent use, and nursing mothers should not use it at all for safety. Safety in children has not been adequately confirmed, and the elderly should be more cautious due to decreased bodily function. This drug is for ocular use only and must be handled to avoid direct contact of the container tip with the eye. Shake well before use and avoid shared use to prevent contamination. Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is best stored at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to ensure safe maintenance of its effectiveness.

Mild side effects

Optic nerve damage, decreased vision, visual field loss, increased intraocular pressure, herpes keratitis, fungal keratitis, Pseudomonas infection, corneal ulcer, posterior capsule cataract, secondary ocular infection due to host immune response suppression, acute uveitis, keratitis, conjunctivitis, mydriasis, conjunctival hyperemia, cycloplegia, ptosis, corneal calcification, delayed wound healing, increased vesicle formation, suppression of pituitary-adrenal function, hypersensitivity reactions, transient visual blur

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture. It should be kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius for optimal effectiveness.

Appearance

A pale, milky aqueous suspension in a colorless translucent plastic container.

Package unit

6mL/bottle