Warning: the following text is intended to supplement, not substitute for, judgment of your pharmacist. this should not be construed to indicate that use of med is safe or effective for you. Consult you're healthcare professional before using this drug.
Fluorometholone - ophthalmic suspension
(flewr-oh-meth-oh-lone, off-thal-mick)
common brand names: FML
Flarex Usage: it med is used to treat inflammation & swelling at the eye caused by allergies, infections, injuries or other conditions.
How to use Flarex: for best effects, this medication must be used as directed. do not stop using this drug without consulting your pharmacist. Remove contact lenses before using it medication. May reinsert lenses after waiting 15 minutes. To apply eye drops, wash hands first. To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the dropper or let this touch your eye. Shake eye drops well before using. Tilt some your head back, gaze upward and pull down lower eyelid to make a pouch. Place dropper directly over eye & administer prescribed number about drops. watch downward & gently close your eye for 1 to two minutes. Place one finger at corner about the eye near the nose & apply gentle pressure. this will prevent medication from draining away from the eye. Try not to blink & do not rub eye. do not rinse dropper. If you using another kind of eye medication, wait at least five minutes before applying other medications.
Flarex side effects: it medication may temporarily sting you're eyes for minute or two when applied. If stinging continues or becomes bothersome, inform your doctor. Vision may be temporarily blurred or unstable after applying eye drops. Use caution if driving or performing duties requiring clear vision. Notify your physician immediately if you develop: skin rash, itching/redness/pain around the eyes, vision problems. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact you're doctor or pharmacist.
Flarex Precautions: Tell your healthcare professional if you have any of the following conditions: eye problems, any allergies. this tablet should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with some your doctor. It's not known if this medication is found in breast milk. Consult your pharmacist before breast-feeding.
Flarex medication interactions: Tell your physician of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take. do not start or stop any medicine without physician or pharmacist approval.
Flarex Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Flarex special notes: If condition for which this was prescribed does not improve or becomes worse after few days, consult your doctor.
If you missed Flarex dose: If you miss dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use it if it is near clock for next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' the dose to catch up.
Flarex Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat & light. Discard it if suspension turns brown.
Active Ingredients : Fluorometholone