FAQs About FLUROM EYE DROPS

Q: What is FLUROM EYE DROPS used for?

A: FLUROM EYE DROPS is used to manage ocular conditions such as inflammation of the eye due to injury, swelling, itching, redness, irritation, ocular trauma, conjunctivitis, and post-surgery. Consult your doctor before using FLUROM EYE DROPS.

Q: Can FLUROM EYE DROPS be used with children?

A: FLUROM EYE DROPS is not recommended for use in children (under 2 years of age) due to a lack of safety and effectiveness. Consult your child’s doctor for advice on selecting a suitable alternative therapy for your child.

Q: Is FLUROM EYE DROPS safe to use in breast-feeding women?

A: FLUROM EYE DROPS is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as safety data is not established. Consult your doctor before using FLUROM EYE DROPS if you wish to breast-feed your baby when born prematurely.

Q: How long should I use FLUROM EYE DROPS?

A: Use FLUROM EYE DROPS as long as advised by your doctor. Do not use FLUROM EYE DROPS for more than one week unless your doctor advises it. Prolonged use may lead to unwanted effects such as glaucoma (damage to the optic nerve of the eye causing blurring of vision) and cataracts (cloudy eyes).

Q: What precautions should I follow before using FLUROM EYE DROPS?

A: Before using FLUROM EYE DROPS, inform your doctor if you have blurred vision or other visual disturbances, an eye infection, have or have been previously managed for herpes simplex, wear soft (hydrophilic) contact lenses, or if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Q: Does FLUROM EYE DROPS cause eye pain?

A: Yes. FLUROM EYE DROPS may cause eye pain in some individuals. Do not touch or rub your eyes. Wear sunglasses while going outside. Do not strain your eyes by watching a bright screen for a long time. Take enough sleep to give rest to your body and eyes. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.

Q: What are the side effects of using FLUROM EYE DROPS?

A: The most common side effects of using FLUROM EYE DROPS are increased pressure inside the eye, eye pain, eye irritation, an excess of tears, eye infection, itching, or redness of the eye. Consult your physician if any of the symptoms worsen. 

Q: How does FLUROM EYE DROPS work?

A: FLUROM EYE DROPS works by blocking the release of certain chemicals (called prostaglandins) that cause pain and inflammation. Also, it helps to relieve symptoms such as itching and redness of the eye.

Q: How do you use FLUROM EYE DROPS?

A: Use FLUROM EYE DROPS as advised by your physician. It is for ophthalmic use only. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you, depending on your age and the severity of the condition.

Q: Who should not use FLUROM EYE DROPS?

A: FLUROM EYE DROPS is not recommended for use if you are allergic to fluorometholone or benzalkonium chloride or have severe bacterial, viral, or fungal infection of the eye or tuberculosis of the eye.