Hurofluor Eye Drops (Fluorometholone) (Single Use), Hurofluor Eye Drops (Fluorometholone)

Adult eye dose

1-2 drops at a time, instilled 2-4 times a day. Adjust dosage appropriately according to symptoms.

This medication should not be used in patients with viral keratoconjunctivitis, fungal eye diseases, mycobacterial infections, or chronic blepharitis. Additionally, it should not be administered to individuals who have had allergic reactions to this medication. In principle, it should not be used in patients with corneal epithelial defects or ulcers, tuberculosis or purulent eye diseases, glaucoma patients, or infants under 2 years old, but if necessary, it must be used very cautiously. Long-term use of this medication may increase intraocular pressure, leading to glaucoma, so regular intraocular pressure tests should be conducted. Infections such as herpetic keratitis or corneal ulcers may worsen, and cataracts may develop rarely. Impaired immune function may increase the risk of secondary infections, so caution is needed. When used in cases of acute eye infections, symptoms may be hidden or aggravated, so care should be taken. Symptoms of inflammation, redness, mydriasis, accommodation disorders, etc., may occur, and wound healing may be delayed after surgery. Caution is also needed as there is a risk of suppressing the body's hormonal function with prolonged use. If allergy symptoms develop, the medication should be discontinued immediately. The phosphate component in this medication may cause corneal calcification in patients with severe corneal damage, so caution is necessary. Using this medication without a physician's diagnosis on reddened eyes may lead to vision impairment. In cases of a history of herpes simplex, detailed examination is needed, and children must have intraocular pressure tests if used for more than 10 days. If inflammation or pain persists or worsens for more than 2 days, discontinue use and consult a doctor. Contact lenses should be removed before applying this medication and can be reinserted at least 30 minutes after application. Transient blurring of vision may occur upon application, so driving or operating hazardous machinery should be avoided. Serious issues may arise if infected with chickenpox or measles while using this medication, so vaccination status should be checked and care should be taken to avoid infection. Particularly, children and patients taking certain medications may have an increased risk of systemic side effects, so caution is warranted. When used with certain medications, the risk of systemic side effects may increase, so careful judgment and observation are needed during co-administration. Pregnant women or those who could become pregnant should avoid long-term use, and breastfeeding women should not use this medication; if unavoidable, breastfeeding should be discontinued. Use in children and the elderly should be done particularly cautiously. This medication is for ocular use only, and care should be taken to avoid direct contact between the tip of the container and the eye during use. Shake well before use, avoid sharing to prevent contamination, and unused medication from single-use products should be discarded immediately after use. Store the medication in a cool, dry place out of reach of children and do not transfer to other containers.

Mild side effects

Optic nerve damage, vision impairment, visual field loss, increased intraocular pressure, herpetic keratitis, fungal corneal infection, Pseudomonas infection, corneal ulcers, cataracts, secondary eye infections, acute uveitis, conjunctivitis, mydriasis, conjunctival hyperemia, accommodation paralysis, ptosis, wound healing delay, vesicle formation, suppression of pituitary-adrenal function, hypersensitivity reactions, corneal calcification, transient blurred vision.

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, and it is safe to store at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage maintains the efficacy of the medication and prevents degradation.

Appearance

Colorless to slightly yellow suspension in a plastic container

Package unit

0.4mL (0.4mL x 30 tubes)