Fluroid® Ophthalmic Suspension: Each ml contains Fluorometholone USP 1 mg.
Preservative: Benzalkonium Chloride Sodium BP.
Fluroid® is a sterile ophthalmic suspension. It contains Fluorometholone, a corticosteroid for topical administration to the eyes.
Mode of action:
Fluorometholone acts by inhibiting phospholipase A2 enzyme, which is responsible for inflammatory cascade.
1 drop instilled into the conjunctival sac 2-4 times daily. During the initial 24 to 48 hours the dosage may be safely increased to 2 drop every hour. Care should be taken not to discontinue therapy prematurely. Shake the suspension well before use.
Ophthalmic preparations of Ketorolac, phenylepinephrine, diclofenac, flurbiprofen, nepafenac, suprofen e.t.c are known to interact with fluorometholone ophthalmic suspension. Using this combination together can slow or delay the healing effects of these medications.
Over dosage:
Overdose through local administration is not known.
Pregnancy Category C: Safety of the use of topical steroids during pregnancy and lactation has not been established.
Safety and effectiveness in children below the age of 2 years have not been established.
Corticosteroids may mask, activate or aggravate an infection of the eye. If no improvement is seen after a few days of application, discuss with doctor.
Do not store above 25°C. Do not freeze. Store in cool and dry place, protected from light. Keep out of the reach of children. Do not touch dropper tip to any surface as this may contaminate this preparation. Do not use after one month of first opening.