FML- Fluorometholone

Brand Name: Eflone, Forte, Flarex, Fluor-Op

What is it?
FML or Fluorometholone is in the category of drugs referred to as corticosteroids. This medication is used to treat inflammation of the eyelid and the eye itself. It helps to reduce swelling, itching, redness, and any allergic reactions affecting the eye.

How to take it?
FML needs to be prescribed by your doctor. It comes in two forms: eye suspension and eye ointment. An individual will need to wash their hands before and after using this medication. You will need to tilt your head back, and pull down your lower eyelid. Once you do that, squeeze in the number of drops directed, or squeeze the end of the ointment tube and apply a thin layer to the eyelid. Close your eyes gently in order to spread the drops or ointment in the eye. Then place one finger at the corner of the eye and next to the nose and apply pressure, this will prevent the drops from leaking out of the eye. Do not rinse out the dropper after applying. If you wear contact lenses, you will have to remove them and wait at least fifteen minutes before reinserting them into your eyes.

An individual will have to apply the ointment from one to three times a day. Your doctor may elect to increase the dosage to every four hours, depending on the patient’s response. The drops will be used between two and four times a day. Again, your doctor may elect to increase the dosage to every four hours, depending on your response to the treatment. You should never alter your dosage without first consulting with your doctor or health care professional.

Warnings and Precautions
If you are taking this medication doctor needs to know if you have a history of glaucoma, herpes infection of the eye, diabetes, and tuberculosis of the eye.

They are some drugs that can possibly interact with this medication. If you are taking non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products, you need to advise your doctor before using.

You should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant, or breast-feeding, these medications may or may not have a negative effect on your unborn child or infant, so the pros and cons need to be discussed. This medication should not be used in children under the age of two.

This medication can leave you with blurred or distorted vision, so use extreme caution when driving or handling any type of machinery.

You should avoid drinking alcohol and smoking while taking this medication as it can have a harmful effect on the individual. You should also pay careful attention to your caffeine intake.

What should you do if you miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, take that dose only. Do not take any extra doses.

What are the side effects?
There are many side effects that can occur from taking this medication. They range from severe to less severe. The side effects that are less severe are vomiting, nausea, decreased vision, eye infection, and blurred vision. The symptoms that might require immediate medical attention include skin rash, burning, stinging, redness, or watering of the eyes.

How to store this medication?
This medication should be stored at room temperature and kept away from excessive heat and moisture. It should be kept between fifteen and thirty degrees centigrade. Do not freeze the medication, as this with limit the effectiveness of the drug. As with all medications it needs to be kept out of the reach of children. You should never use any medication after its expiration date.

What does it look like?
FML comes in ointment or suspension form. It comes in 3.5 g amount. An individual’s condition usually improves after two days. The full treatment usually takes ten days for the full effect of the medication to work.

What if you overdose?
If you by chance take more than the recommended amount of this drug and overdose, contact poison control center immediately; along with your doctor. Signs of overdose include drowsiness, vomiting, diarrhea, and dizziness.

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