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DERMATOLOGICALS › CORTICOSTEROIDS, DERMATOLOGICAL PREPARATIONS › CORTICOSTEROIDS, OTHER COMBINATIONS › Corticosteroids, moderately potent, other combinations
fluorometholone
D07XB04
Forms & Strengths
- 0.1% ophthalmic suspension
- 0.1% eye drops
- 0.02% eye ointment
Adult Dosing
- 1-2 drops in the affected eye(s) 2-4 times daily
- Apply 1/2 inch of ointment to the affected eye 1-2 times daily
Pediatric Dosing
- Same as adult dosing, no specific recommendations available
Indications
- Treatment of allergic conjunctivitis
- Uveitis, including posterior uveitis
- Inflammatory conditions of the anterior segment of the eye
- Post-operative inflammation
Mechanism of Action
- Corticosteroid, suppresses inflammation by inhibiting the production of inflammatory mediators
- Stabilizes lysosomal membranes, reduces edema
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to fluorometholone or other corticosteroids
- Viral, fungal, or bacterial infections of the eye (e.g., epithelial herpes simplex, fungal infections)
- Tuberculosis of the eye
Adverse Reactions
- Increased intraocular pressure
- Posterior subcapsular cataract formation
- Secondary ocular infections
- Corneal ulcers
- Allergic reactions (e.g., lid swelling, conjunctivitis)
Drug Interactions
- Concomitant use of other corticosteroids may increase the risk of adverse effects
- Use with antiviral or antifungal agents if an infection is suspected
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