Flurisone T Eye Drops

Q. Does Fluorometholone treat pink eye?
Fluorometholone 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

Q. Is Fluorometholone an antibiotic?
No, Fluorometholone is not an antibiotic. Fluorometholone belongs to a group of medicines called synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid). It is used to relive inflammatory condition of the eye

Q. Is Fluorometholone a steroid?
Yes, Fluorometholone is a steroid. Fluorometholone belongs to a group of medicines called synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid). It is used to relive inflammatory condition of the eye

Q. Is Fluorometholone safe?
Fluorometholone is safe to use if so it is used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as per the advice of the doctor.

Q. Is Fluorometholone generic?
Yes, Fluorometholone is a generic name. It is available in various trade names

Q. How does Fluorometholone work?
Fluorometholone belongs to a group of medicines synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid). Fluorometholone 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)

Q. What is Fluorometholone ophthalmic suspension used for?
Fluorometholone 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)

Q. How much does Fluorometholone cost?
The price of Fluorometholone may vary depending upon the brand prescribed to you.Please read the instruction on the package for the correct price of the product.

Q. Is Tobramycin a sulfa drug or penicillin antibiotic?
No. Tobramycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat Pseudomonas infections and other serious infections in patients (6 years and older) with cystic fibrosis

Q. Does Tobramycin treat styes, Pseudomonas, pink eye, staphylococcus and methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)?
Tobramycin/dexamethasone combination can be used to cure pink eye and styes, which are superficial eye and eyelid infections. Tobramycin treats Pseudomonas infections however it is not drug of choice in the treatment of staphylococcus or MRSA

Q. Is Tobramycin safe for infants?
No. Due to high propensity for kidney and internal ear damage, Tobramycin shouldn't be given to infants

Q. Is Tobramycin over the counter?
No. Tobramycin belongs to schedule H and can be obtained only on production of valid prescription

Q. Is Tobramycin the same as ofloxacin?
No. Tobramycin and Ofloxacin belong to different class of antibiotics, and are used to treat different sets of infections.

• Your doctor has prescribed Fluorometholone to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye. Do not use Fluorometholone 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.
• Do not use Tobramycin if you are allergic to it or any other component in the formulation.Driving and using machinery should be avoided in cases where Tobramycin usage causes dizziness or eye drops cause blurring of vision.Do not mix or dilute your Tobramycin with any other medicine in your nebulizer.If you are taking several different treatments for cystic fibrosis, you should take them in the following order: bronchodilator (e.g. salbutamol), then chest physiotherapy, followed by inhaled medicines, and then Tobramycin.Do not use contact lenses when on treatment with Tobramycin eye drops.If you are using more than one eye drop, keep a gap of at least 5-10 minutes between two different eye drops.Doctor’s advice should be considered in case of patients with following history of disease conditions: neuromuscular disorders such as parkinsonism, myasthenia gravis (characterized by movement disorders and/or muscle weakness); coughing up blood in your sputum; kidney problem.Inform your doctor if you have ever experienced in the past: ringing in ears, any other problems with hearing, dizziness while taking Tobramycin.