Fluroide Eye Drop
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Fluroide Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used to treat redness and swelling in the eyes that may be due to infection or allergy. It reduces swelling, itching, and soreness after any eye injuries or eye surgery.
It is a topical corticosteriods.
It is a topical corticosteriods.
Uses of Fluroide Eye Drop
- Redness and swelling in the eye
Benefits of Fluroide Eye Drop
In Redness and swelling in the eye
Fluroide Eye Drop helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, swelling, itching and watering of eyes due to an infection, allergy or even after an operation of the eyes. This medicine works by decreasing the production of certain chemicals that cause inflammation of the eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. If you see no improvement even after a week, talk to your doctor.
Side effects of Fluroide Eye Drop
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Fluroide
- Eye irritation
- Burning sensation
- Watery eyes
How to use Fluroide Eye Drop
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fluroide Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fluroide Eye Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
To reduce the amount of Fluroide Eye Drop that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.
To reduce the amount of Fluroide Eye Drop that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.
Driving
UNSAFE
Fluroide Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Fluroide Eye Drop to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye.
- Do not use Fluroide Eye Drop for more than the prescribed duration as it may cause glaucoma or secondary infection.
- Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
- If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Gluco/mineralocorticoids, progestogins and derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Topical Glucocorticoids
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Fluroide Eye Drop
Twice A Day
50%
Thrice A Day
28%
Once A Day
17%
Four Times A *
6%
*Four Times A Day
How much was the improvement?
Poor
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
Does Fluroide Eye Drop treat pink eye?
Fluroide Eye Drop is used for treat inflammation of parts of conjunctiva; relives redness and itching. It must not be used for undiagnosed red eye condition. Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding its use
Is Fluroide Eye Drop an antibiotic?
No, Fluroide Eye Drop is not an antibiotic. Fluroide Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicines called synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid). It is used to relive inflammatory condition of the eye
Is Fluroide Eye Drop a steroid?
Yes, Fluroide Eye Drop is a steroid. Fluroide Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicines called synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid). It is used to relive inflammatory condition of the eye
Is Fluroide Eye Drop safe?
Fluroide Eye Drop is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Is Fluroide Eye Drop generic?
Yes, Fluroide Eye Drop is a generic name. It is available in various trade names
How does Fluroide Eye Drop work?
Fluroide Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicines synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid). Fluroide Eye Drop binds to its receptors and controls the production of certain chemicals that mediate infections in the body, thereby inhibiting the inflammatory reactions (such as swelling, fibrin deposition, capillary dilatation, phagocyte migration)
What is Fluroide Eye Drop ophthalmic suspension used for?
Fluroide Eye Drop is used to treat inflammation of parts of conjunctiva such as the palpebral conjunctive (a clear membrane, which coats the inside of the eyelids.) and bulbar conjunctiva (a clear membrane of the eye, which covers the outer surface of the eye)
How much does Fluroide Eye Drop cost?
The price of Fluroide Eye Drop may vary depending upon the brand prescribed to you.Please read the instruction on the package for the correct price of the product.
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Country of origin: India
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