{"id":51285,"date":"2023-09-20T09:19:43","date_gmt":"2023-09-20T09:19:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/medsname.com\/fml-eye-drop\/"},"modified":"2026-04-30T10:25:30","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T10:25:30","slug":"fml-eye-drop","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/medsbase.com\/fml-eye-drop\/","title":{"rendered":"Fml Eye Drop"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- medsbase-tldr-answer --><\/p>\n<div class=\"medsbase-tldr-answer\" style=\"background:#fffbe6;border-left:4px solid #f5a623;padding:14px 18px;margin:14px 0 22px;border-radius:6px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.55;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin:0 0 6px;font-size:17px;color:#8a6d3b;\">\u26a1 Quick Answer \u2014 What is FML Eye Drop?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0;\">FML Eye Drop is Fluorometholone 0.1%, a low-potency topical corticosteroid for ocular inflammation \u2014 uveitis, post-operative inflammation, allergic conjunctivitis, and dry-eye flares. Used 2\u20138 times daily depending on severity. Monitor IOP if used &gt; 2 weeks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"medsbase-trust-strip\" style=\"background:#f6f7fb;border:1px solid #e3e5ee;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 18px;margin:18px 0;font-size:14px;line-height:1.55;\"><strong style=\"color:#1f3661;\">Why order from MedsBase?<\/strong> Sourced from a WHO-GMP certified manufacturer \u00b7 Discreet packaging \u00b7 Worldwide Shipping \u00b7 <a href=\"\/reviews\/\" rel=\"noopener\">1,400+ verified customer reviews<\/a><\/div>\n<p class=\"medsbase-reship-line\" style=\"font-size:14px;color:#444;margin:8px 0 18px;\">\ud83d\udce6 Every order is covered by our <a href=\"https:\/\/medsbase.com\/medsbase-re-shipment-assurance-policy\/\"><strong>Reshipment Assurance Policy<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 if your parcel does not arrive within 20 business days, we reship it.<\/p>\n<h3>Why order from MedsBase<\/h3>\n<p>FML Eye Drop is sourced from a WHO-GMP certified manufacturer and shipped worldwide in plain, discreet packaging. Every order is covered by our <a href=\"\/medsbase-re-shipment-assurance-policy\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Reshipment Assurance Policy<\/a> \u2014 if it has not arrived after 20 business days we reship at no extra cost. Backed by 1,400+ verified customer reviews.<\/p>\n<h2>What is FML Eye Drop?<\/h2>\n<p>FML Eye Drop is manufactured by Allergan and contains Fluorometholone 0.1% as a sterile ophthalmic solution or suspension. Fluorometholone is a low-potency steroid with reduced IOP risk \u2014 the preferred steroid for chronic mild-moderate inflammation such as allergy and dry-eye flares.<\/p>\n<h2>How It Works<\/h2>\n<p>Fluorometholone binds intracellular glucocorticoid receptors, suppressing transcription of pro-inflammatory cytokines, chemokines, and leukocyte adhesion molecules. The result is decreased redness, swelling, pain, and immune-cell infiltration.<\/p>\n<h2>Indications<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Anterior uveitis (iritis, iridocyclitis)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Post-operative inflammation<\/strong> after cataract, glaucoma, corneal, or refractive surgery<\/li>\n<li><strong>Severe allergic conjunctivitis<\/strong> \u2014 when antihistamines and mast-cell stabilisers are inadequate<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vernal keratoconjunctivitis<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Dry-eye flares<\/strong> \u2014 short pulse of low-potency steroid alongside cyclosporine initiation<\/li>\n<li><strong>Episcleritis, scleritis<\/strong> (specialist setting)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Corneal graft rejection<\/strong> (specialist)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Dosing<\/h2>\n<p>Highly variable by indication and severity. Typical ranges:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Severe uveitis: 1\u20132 drops every 1\u20132 hours during waking, tapered over weeks<\/li>\n<li>Post-cataract: QID for 1 week, TID week 2, BID week 3, OD week 4<\/li>\n<li>Allergic flare \/ dry-eye flare: 4 times daily for 2\u20134 weeks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Always follow your ophthalmologist&#8217;s specific tapering schedule. Sudden stop after long use can cause rebound inflammation.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#fff3f3;border-left:4px solid #d9534f;padding:12px 16px;margin:14px 0;border-radius:4px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.55;\"><strong style=\"color:#a94442;\">Steroid response \u2014 IOP elevation.<\/strong> About 30% of patients are &ldquo;steroid responders&rdquo; and develop elevated IOP on topical steroids, typically appearing 2+ weeks into therapy. Untreated, this can cause permanent glaucomatous optic-nerve damage. <strong>Have IOP checked at 2 weeks and again at 4\u20136 weeks for any course longer than 2 weeks.<\/strong> Risk is highest with prednisolone, lowest with loteprednol.<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#fff3f3;border-left:4px solid #d9534f;padding:12px 16px;margin:14px 0;border-radius:4px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.55;\"><strong style=\"color:#a94442;\">Other long-term steroid risks.<\/strong> <strong>Posterior subcapsular cataract<\/strong> develops with chronic use \u2014 irreversible. <strong>Reactivation of herpes simplex keratitis<\/strong> can cause vision-threatening dendritic ulcers. <strong>Secondary infection<\/strong> from immune suppression. Always confirm diagnosis is non-infectious before starting; never use over a herpetic or fungal corneal lesion.<\/div>\n<h2>Side Effects<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Local:<\/strong> stinging on instillation, blurred vision (especially with suspensions \u2014 shake well), elevated IOP (steroid response), posterior subcapsular cataract with chronic use, secondary ocular infection (bacterial, viral, fungal), delayed wound healing, mydriasis, ptosis (rare).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Systemic (rare with topical):<\/strong> Cushingoid features, HPA axis suppression \u2014 extremely rare from eye drops alone.<\/p>\n<h2>Warnings &amp; Contraindications<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Active herpes simplex keratitis \u2014 absolute<\/li>\n<li>Active fungal keratitis \u2014 absolute<\/li>\n<li>Vaccinia, varicella, mycobacterial keratitis \u2014 absolute<\/li>\n<li>Untreated bacterial infection (without antibiotic cover) \u2014 relative<\/li>\n<li>Glaucoma history \u2014 high-IOP-risk; prefer loteprednol<\/li>\n<li>Children \u2014 close monitoring; cataract risk higher<\/li>\n<li>Pregnancy \/ breastfeeding \u2014 discuss; topical absorption minimal<\/li>\n<li>Contact-lens wearers \u2014 remove during treatment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Storage<\/h2>\n<p>Store at 15\u201325\u00b0C protected from light. Shake well before each use if labelled as suspension. Discard 28 days after first opening.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"faqs\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<h3>When is FML Eye Drop the right choice?<\/h3>\n<p>When mild-to-moderate inflammation needs control with lower IOP risk \u2014 chronic allergic conjunctivitis, mild post-operative inflammation, dry-eye flares.<\/p>\n<h3>What is steroid response?<\/h3>\n<p>Genetic predisposition to develop elevated IOP on topical steroids. About 1\/3 of the population. Onset typically 2+ weeks. Have IOP checked if you use any topical steroid for more than 2 weeks.<\/p>\n<h3>How long can I use FML Eye Drop?<\/h3>\n<p>Acute courses: 2\u20134 weeks with taper. Chronic use needs ophthalmology supervision with regular IOP and lens checks. Loteprednol is preferred for any course beyond 4 weeks.<\/p>\n<h3>Why must I avoid FML Eye Drop for herpes?<\/h3>\n<p>Herpes simplex keratitis can devastate the cornea when steroids are added without antiviral cover. The dendritic ulcer can extend into geographic ulcer, stromal disease, or endothelial keratitis \u2014 leading to permanent vision loss. Always confirm cause before starting.<\/p>\n<h3>Can FML Eye Drop cause cataract?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes \u2014 chronic use causes posterior subcapsular cataract, especially in children and after months-to-years of continuous therapy. Limit duration; switch to loteprednol or NSAIDs where possible.<\/p>\n<h3>Is FML Eye Drop safe in pregnancy?<\/h3>\n<p>Topical absorption is minimal. Generally acceptable when clearly indicated. Discuss with your prescriber.<\/p>\n<h3>What about contact lenses?<\/h3>\n<p>Stop lenses during treatment \u2014 preservatives and steroid-mediated immunosuppression both increase risk of microbial keratitis.<\/p>\n<h3>What if my vision worsens during treatment?<\/h3>\n<p>Same-day ophthalmology review. Possibilities: missed herpetic disease, fungal infection, steroid IOP rise, or corneal complication.<\/p>\n<h3>What is the difference between prednisolone, fluorometholone, and loteprednol?<\/h3>\n<p>Prednisolone acetate: most potent, highest IOP risk. Fluorometholone: mid-potency, lower IOP risk. Loteprednol: &#8216;soft&#8217; steroid metabolised quickly in the eye, lowest IOP risk \u2014 preferred for chronic use. All require monitoring beyond 2 weeks.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I taper FML Eye Drop suddenly?<\/h3>\n<p>No \u2014 sudden stop can cause rebound inflammation. Always follow the prescribed taper schedule.<\/p>\n<p><!-- medsbase-related-alts-v1 --><\/p>\n<h3>Other Eye-Care Medications<\/h3>\n<p>Customers viewing this product also consider these alternatives in our <a href=\"\/eye-care\/\">Eye Care<\/a> range:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medsbase.com\/pred-forte-eye-drops\/\">Pred Forte (prednisolone acetate)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medsbase.com\/fml-eye-drop\/\">FML Eye Drop (fluorometholone)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medsbase.com\/lotepred-eye-drop\/\">Lotepred Eye Drop (loteprednol)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medsbase.com\/acular-ls-drop\/\">Acular LS (ketorolac)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/medsbase.com\/megabrom-eye-drop\/\">Megabrom (bromfenac)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Medical Disclaimer<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;\">The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice from a qualified ophthalmologist or optometrist. Eye conditions can rapidly threaten sight \u2014 sudden vision loss, severe pain, or trauma is an ophthalmology emergency. Always consult an eye-care professional before starting, stopping, or changing any treatment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>FML (fluorometholone 0.1%) \u2014 low-potency topical corticosteroid for allergic conjunctivitis and mild post-op inflammation. 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