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Composition |
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Fluorometholone U.S.P. |
0.1% w\v |
Benzalkonium Chloride Solution I.P. |
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Equivalent to Benzalkonium Chloride |
0.01% |
(as preservative) |
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Sterile Aqueous Base |
q.s |
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Dosage form |
Ophthalmic Suspension (Eye Drops) |
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Category |
Steroid |
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Description |
Fluorometholone is an anti inflammatory agent inhibits the edema, fibrin deposition, capillary dilation and phagocytic migration of the acute inflammatory response, as well as capillary proliferation, deposition of collagen and scar formation. |
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Indications |
Fluorometholone is indicated for the treatment of steroid-responsive inflammation of the palpebral and bulbar conjunctiva, cornea and anterior segment of the globe. |
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Dosage |
Instill one to two drops into the conjunctival sac 2 to 3 times a day. |
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Contraindiacations |
It is contraindicated in patients with known history of hypersensitivity to the ingredients used in this formulations. |
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Warnings |
To avoid contamination do not touch tip of container to any surface. Replace cap after using. If you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye, or if the conditions worsens or persists for more than 72 hours, discontinue use and consult a doctor. Keep this and all drugs out of reach of children.Prolonged use of steroids may result in glaucoma with damage to the optic nerve, defects in visual acuity, and fields of vision, and in posterior subcapsular cataract formation. Prolonged use may also suppress the host immune response and thus increase the hazard of secondary ocular infections. |
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Adverse Effects |
Elevation of intraocular pressure (IOP) with possible development of glaucoma and infrequent optic nerve damage, posterior subcapsular cataract formation. |
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Storage |
Store in a cool dry place. Protect from light. |
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Presentation |
FLUOCIN is available in sterile plastic bottle of 5ml. |
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