Fluorometholone Eye Drops (Fluorometholone)

Adult eye dose

Instill 1-2 drops 2-4 times a day. Adjust as necessary based on symptoms.

This medication should not be used in patients with viral conjunctivitis or fungal eye diseases, or with mycobacterial infections. Additionally, it should not be administered to patients with chronic blepharitis or those who are hypersensitive to this medication. It is generally not to be used in patients with damage to the corneal epithelium or corneal ulcers, those with tuberculous or purulent eye diseases, glaucoma patients, and infants under 2 years old, but if absolutely necessary, it should be administered with utmost caution. Long-term use of this medication may cause increased intraocular pressure or glaucoma, so regular eye pressure checks are needed. Additionally, infections such as herpes keratitis, fungal keratitis, and Pseudomonas infections may arise, so immediate treatment is required if any abnormal symptoms occur. Prolonged use may also increase the risk of cataracts or secondary ocular infections. If inflammation or pain persists or worsens for more than 48 hours, the use should be stopped, and a doctor should be consulted. Contact lens wearers should remove their lenses before instilling this medication and can reinsert them at least 30 minutes afterward. Instillation may temporarily blur vision, so it is advisable to avoid driving or operating machinery. Serious issues can arise if chickenpox or measles occur during the use of this medication, so it is essential to verify medical history and vaccination status and seek medical attention immediately if infection is suspected. Also, the risk of systemic side effects may increase when used in conjunction with certain medications, so it is essential to inform the doctor and proceed with caution. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding are advised not to use this medication for prolonged periods, and if it is unavoidable, breastfeeding should be discontinued. Pediatric and elderly patients may have different physiological functions, so special caution should be exercised when using this medication. This medication is for ophthalmic use only, and care should be taken to avoid direct contact of the container opening with the eye. Shake well before use, and to prevent contamination, it is safer not to share this medication with others. When storing, keep it in a cool place away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children, and do not transfer it to other containers. Finally, this medication may have distribution difficulties during storage, so it is advisable to always keep the bottle upright.

Mild side effects

Optic nerve damage, increased intraocular pressure and glaucoma accompanied by vision loss and visual field defects, herpes keratitis, fungal keratitis, Pseudomonas infections, corneal ulcers, posterior capsule cataract, increased risk of secondary ocular infections, acute uveitis, keratitis, conjunctivitis, mydriasis, conjunctival hyperemia, ciliary paralysis, eyelid ptosis, corneal calcification, delayed wound healing, increased blister formation, suppression of pituitary-adrenal axis function, hypersensitivity, temporary blurred vision

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. Additionally, avoid extremes of temperature, and it is recommended to store it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

A white suspension in a clear plastic container

Package unit

For internal use - 6 milliliters per bottle