Drug reference
fluorometholone
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Drug class
Miscellaneous (Miscellaneous)
Mechanism of action
Synthetic fluorinated corticosteroid; inhibits inflammatory response including edema, leukocyte migration, capillary dilation, and scar formation
Common side effects
- Cataract
- Eye discharge
- Slow wound healing
- Foreign body sensation
- Erythema of eyelid
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any component of the formulation Herpes simplex keratitis, ocular fungal or mycobacterial infections Acute purulent untreated infections Vaccinia, varicella, and most other viral diseases of cornea and conjunctiva Cataracts, glaucoma, ophthalmic infection
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is fluorometholone?
fluorometholone belongs to: Miscellaneous.
How does fluorometholone work?
Synthetic fluorinated corticosteroid; inhibits inflammatory response including edema, leukocyte migration, capillary dilation, and scar formation
What are the common side effects of fluorometholone?
Cataract, Eye discharge, Slow wound healing, Foreign body sensation, Erythema of eyelid
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