Flucort Eye Drops 5ml

By RYNEL CLIFTON PHARMA PVT LTD

5ml Eye Drop in Bottle

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Flucort 0.1 % Description

Flucort Eye Drop are used to treat inflammation (redness, swelling, soreness) in the eyes. It contains fluorometholone, which belongs to a class of medicines called steroids. Before using Flucort Eye

Drop, discuss it with your doctor if you have any other eye conditions. You may experience burning, irritation, pain or increased pressure in the eyes while using this medicine. Contact your doctor immediately if you feel the side effects persist or your condition worsens.

Product Summary

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Contains	Fluorometholone(0.1 %)
Uses	Eye infection
Side effects	Burning sensation in the eyes, increased pressure in the eye, eye irritation
Therapy	OCCULAR STEROID

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Uses

Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Flucort 0.1 %

Flucort Eye Drop is used in reducing redness, swelling, itching and soreness in the eye.

Contraindications of Flucort 0.1 %

If you are allergic to Fluorometholone or any other ingredients of Flucort Eye Drop.
If you are suffering from any fungal, bacterial or viral eye infections.

Side effects of Flucort 0.1 %

Burning sensation in the eyes
Increased pressure in the eye
Eye irritation
Eye pain
Eye discharge
Blurred vision

Precautions and Warnings of Flucort 0.1 %

Pregnancy

Can I use Flucort Eye Drop during pregnancy?

Flucort Eye Drop is not recommended during pregnancy, as there is limited information about their effects in human pregnancy. It is essential to always consult a doctor before starting any medicine during pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Can I use Flucort Eye Drop while breastfeeding?

Flucort Eye Drop should not be used while breastfeeding as it is unknown if Fluorometholone passes into breastmilk. Consult your doctor before using any medicine during breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have used Flucort Eye Drop?

Flucort Eye Drop may temporarily blur your vision. Hence, avoid driving until your vision is clear.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol if I have used Flucort Eye Drop?

There is no information available on the interaction of Flucort Eye Drop with alcohol.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have any other eye problems.
You have or had in the past been treated for a viral infection caused by herpes simplex.
You do not notice any improvement in your condition after using Flucort Eye Drop for 7 days.
You experience any visual disturbances or blurred vision.
You need to avoid wearing contact lenses for at least 15 minutes after instilling Flucort Eye Drop.
Long-term use of Flucort Eye Drop may cause an increase in the pressure inside your eyes, leading to glaucoma, blurred vision, cataracts or delayed wound healing.
The Eye Drop bottle should only be used by one person. Use by more than one person may spread the infection.
Flucort Eye Drop is not recommended for use in children below 2 years of age.

Mode of Action of Flucort 0.1 %

How Does It Work?

Fluorometholone in Flucort Eye Drop works by blocking certain chemical substances in the body called prostaglandins which cause inflammation (redness, swelling, burning, itching) in the eyes.

Directions for Use of Flucort 0.1 %

Use Flucort Eye Drop as instructed by your doctor.
Follow the directions carefully. Do not miss doses.
Wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying Flucort Eye Drop.
Shake well before use.
Read the instructions on the label before usage.
If you are wearing contact lenses, remove them and then instil the drops.
Close your eyes for 2 - 3 minutes and do not blink or squeeze.
Avoid touching your eyes with the dropper. Keep the dropper clean.
Wipe any excess liquid from your face with a tissue.
Use the exact number of drops recommended.
If you are prescribed any other Eye Drops, you need to wait at least 5 minutes between both the drops.

Interactions of Flucort 0.1 %

Interactions with other medicines

You should always tell the doctor if you are taking any other medicines, herbal preparations or supplements to avoid any interactions with Flucort Eye Drop.
If you use another Eye Drop product concomitantly with Flucort Eye Drop, keep a minimum gap of 15 minutes between the application of both medicines.
Simultaneous use of Flucort Eye Drop along with medicines like ritonavir, cobicistat (used in HIV infection) may increase the risk of you having side effects.

Storage and disposal of Flucort 0.1 %

Store Flucort Eye Drop below 25°C in a clean and dry place.
Keep it away from children and pets.
You should not use the Eye Drops once the expiry date has passed. Discard it properly.
You need to discard the medicine 4 weeks from first opening it.
Do not use this medicine if you notice the contents are of a different colour in any way or if particles are present.

Dosage of Flucort 0.1 %

Overdose

If you feel you have instilled Flucort Eye Drop more than you should, rinse your eyes with warm water. Do not put in any more drops until it is time for your next dose.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed a dose, use it as soon as possible it. Do not use a double dose of Flucort Eye Drop to compensate for the missed one.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Mansi Savla

B. Pharm, PharmD

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can Flucort Eye Drop be used with contact lenses?

A: No, you should remove contact lenses and then instil any Eye Drops.

Q: Can I use Flucort Eye Drop for viral conjunctivitis?

A: You must consult a doctor before using Flucort Eye Drop to treat viral conjunctivitis. Do not self-medicate. Based on proper diagnosis, the doctor shall prescribe the same.

Q: Is Flucort Eye Drop antibiotic?

A: No, Flucort Eye Drop is not antibiotic medicine. It contains fluorometholone, which belongs to a class of medicines called steroids.

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Product Details

Brand

FLUCORT

Expires on or After

17/02/2025

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