Question 1

who should not use fluorometholone?

Accepted Answer

Fluorometholone: "ontraindications:  Viral diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva (e.g., epithelial herpes simplex keratitis [dendritic keratitis], vaccinia, varicella). Mycobacterial infection of the eye. Fungal disease of ocular structures.
Acute, purulent, untreated infections of the eye.
Known hypersensitivity to fluorometholone," See:

Question 2

what is fml (fluorometholone)?

Accepted Answer

Fluorometholone…: Is a corticosteroid anti-inflammatory med for the eyes & eyelids. Its use should be limited as  long-term use may increase intra-ocular pressure/ exacerbate glaucoma, cause cataracts, delay healing post surgery, allow fungal infections of the eyes. As with all corticosteroids for eyes, it should never be used if there is viral infection of eye. Careful monitoring by ophthalmologist highly advised.

Question 3

worried about fml (fluorometholone)?

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Fluorometholone…: Is a corticosteroid anti-inflammatory med for the eyes & eyelids. Its use should be limited as  long-term use may increase intra-ocular pressure/ exacerbate glaucoma, cause cataracts, delay healing post surgery, allow fungal infections of the eyes. As with all corticosteroids for eyes, it should never be used if there is viral infection of eye. Careful monitoring by ophthalmologist highly advised.

Question 4

how do fml (fluorometholone) drops work?

Accepted Answer

As a steroid: This topical steroid eye drop reduces inflammation.

Question 5

how effective is fluorometholone for treating uveitis?

Accepted Answer

Not first line: Generally stronger topical steroids like prednisolone acetate are used to treat uveitis  Fluorometholone is a weaker steroid - it might work - but why not go for the standard of care.

Question 6

what side effects are associated with fluorometholone?

Accepted Answer

3 main ones: glaucoma, cataracts, and increased risk of infection.

Question 7

do you need a prescription for fluorometholone?

Accepted Answer

Fluorometholone: Fluorometholone is a prescription medication.

Question 8

can i instill fluorometholone on an unlimited daily basis.  ophthalmologist gave me permission after pressure remained normal.

Accepted Answer

Probably: Fluorometholone has less of a tendency to elevate eye pressure than some other steroids.  If you had been taking it for about six weeks with no elevation, then you lack the genetic underpinning that causes elevation.  This is probably why your ophthalmologist approved more continued use.  You therefore can continue to use this to treat whatever it is being given to treat.

Question 9

flarex (fluorometholone) caused some vision loss?

Accepted Answer

Steroid eye drops: Flarex (fluorometholone) is a mild topical eye steroid, used primarily to treat inflammatory conditions such as iritis. As with all topical steroids, it can cause blurred vision after several doses, and if used long enough (typically months or longer), can lead to cataract formation.  Elevated eye pressure from chronic steroid use can also cause permanent vision loss. See your eye doctor immediately.

Question 10

can flarex (fluorometholone) cause some vision loss?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Flarex (fluorometholone) is a steroid eye drop and it can cause glaucoma and cataract. Both of these conditions can cause decrease vision.

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