- Overview
- Uses
- Benefits
- Side Effect
- How to use
- How It works
- What if you forget to take?
- Safety Advice
- FAQ
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Last Updated On: Apr 24, 2023
Flomex Eye Drop
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Product Overview
Composition: Flurometholone(0.1% w/v)
Flomex Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used to treat redness and swelling in the eyes that may be due to infection or allergy. It reduces swelling, itching, and soreness after any eye injuries or eye surgery.
Flomex Eye Drop should be used in the dose and duration as directed by your doctor. Never use it if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time. Wash your hands thoroughly before applying the medicine. Make sure you remove contact lenses if you wear them and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back. Continue using it regularly to get the most benefit from it.
Uses
Redness and swelling in the eye
Benefits
In Redness and swelling in the eye
Flomex Eye Drop helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, swelling, itching and watering of eyes due to an infection, allergy or even after an operation of the eyes. This medicine works by decreasing the production of certain chemicals that cause inflammation of the eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. If you see no improvement even after a week, talk to your doctor.
Side Effect
Common side effects:
- Eye irritation
- Watery eyes
- Increased pressure inside the eye
- Mild stinging or burning sensation
- Temporary blurred vision
- Eye pain
- Eye irritation
- Abnormal sensation in the eye
- Eye or eyelid swelling or puffiness
- Eye discharge
How to use
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
How It works
Flomex Eye Drop is a steroid. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause redness and swelling in the eye.
Safety Advice for Flomex Eye Drop
Pregnancy
If you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before using FLOMEX.
Allergy
Do not use FLOMEX if you are allergic to Fluorometholone or benzalkonium chloride or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
Breastfeeding
FLOMEX is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as safety data is not established. Consult your doctor before using FLOMEX.
Driving
Flomex Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
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