F-Lon Ophthalmic Suspension 0.1% Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and more

F-Lon Ophthalmic Suspension 0.1% Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.

Table Of contents

• F-Lon Ophthalmic Suspension 0.1%
• Uses
• Dosage
• Side Effect
• Precautions
• Interactions
• Uses during Pregnancy
• Uses during Breastfeeding
• Accute Overdose
• Food Interaction
• Half Life
• Volume of Distribution
• Clearance
• Interaction With other Medicine
• Contradiction
• Storage

Trade Name	F-Lon Ophthalmic Suspension 0.1%
Generic	Fluorometholone Acetate
Weight	0.1%
Type	Ophthalmic Suspension
Therapeutic Class	Ophthalmic Steroid preparations
Manufacturer	Drug International Ltd.
Available Country	Bangladesh
Last Updated:	January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am

Uses

F-Lon Ophthalmic Suspension 0.1% ophthalmic suspension is indicated for the treatment of- Acute and chronic non-infectious conjunctivitis and keratitis of allergic origin. Non-infectious inflammation of the anterior chamber of the eye (including anterior uveitis, episcleritis and scleritis). Post-operative irritative conditions after strabismus, cataract and glaucoma surgery.

Dosage

F-Lon Ophthalmic Suspension 0.1% dosage

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 1 drop every hour. Care should be taken not to discontinue therapy prematurely. Shake well before use.

Side Effects

Glaucoma with optic nerve damage, visual acuity or field defects, cataract formation, secondary ocular infection following suppression of host immunity, perforation of the globe.

Precaution

Shake well before using. If this product is used for 10 days or longer, intraocular pressure should be monitored.

Interaction

Specific drug interaction studies have not been conducted with Fluorometholone ophthalmic suspension.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use

Safety of the use of topical steroids during pregnancy and lactation has not been established. Fluorometholone ophthalmic suspension should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.

Contraindication

Hypersensitivity to any ingredient of the formulation. Infectious conjunctivitis or keratitis. Injuries and ulcerous processes of cornea, especially infections caused by virus, bacteria and fungi. Dry eyes, especially keratoconjunctivitis sicca. Glaucoma.

Storage Condition

Store in a cool, dry place and protected from light. Keep out of the reach of children. Discard the container 4 weeks after opening.

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