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Fml Forte Drop

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Product introduction

Fml Forte Drop is a steroid. It is used in the treatment of inflammation in the eyes caused by infection or allergy. It is used to reduce swelling, itching and soreness after any eye injuries or eye surgery. It is used in low doses, directly in the eyes to relieve the symptoms.

Fml Forte Drop is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using it and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in. Refrain touching the tip of the dropper to any surface to avoid contaminating the eye drop. You should not discontinue using the medicine unless your doctor tells you so. Stopping the medication before time may allow the bacteria to continue their growth, which may result in return of the infection.

Using Fml Forte Drop may cause burning sensation, irritation, or blur the vision temporarily. In most cases, it usually resolve quickly. However, if the irritation persists or worsens, contact your doctor.

Uses of FML Drop

  • Redness and swelling in the eye

Side effects of FML 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 FML

  • Increased intraocular pressure
  • Eye itching
  • Corneal defect
  • Eye discharge
  • Eye discomfort
  • Dry eye
  • Teary eyes
  • Foreign body sensation in eyes
  • Eye redness
  • Headache

How to use FML Drop

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. Fml Forte Drop may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How FML Drop works

Fml Forte Drop is a steroid. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause redness and swelling in the eye.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Fml Forte Drop. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fml Forte 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
Fml Forte 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 Fml Forte 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
Fml Forte Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fml Forte Drop is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Fml Forte Drop may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fml Forte Drop is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Fml Forte Drop may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Your doctor has prescribed Fml Forte Drop to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye. 
  • Do not use Fml Forte 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

Interaction with drugs

Taking FML with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Patient concerns

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i want to know which drop i should prefer there is three type of drop of fml DRUGS MATCHING 'FML' FML 0.1% W/V EYE DROP 5 ML eye drop Allergan India Pvt Ltd Rs. 95.83 ADD TO CART FML T EYE DROP 5 ML eye drop Allergan India Pvt Ltd Rs. 124.72 ADD TO CART FML LIQUIFILM 0.1% DROP 5 ML drop Allergan India Pvt Ltd Rs. 95.83 ADD TO CART FML NEO EYE DROP 5 ML eye drop Allergan India Pvt Ltd Rs. 110.21 FML 0.1% W/V EYE DROP 5 ML eye drop
Dr. Richa Jain
Ophthalmology
U can use fml 0.1 prcnt
I am suffering from gritty eye Sensation of having sand under eye lid I was suffering from eye allergy before 1 year , and have used cromal forte for 1 month so this time I bought cromal forte and used for 3 weeks When medicine is stopped, irritation starts again I am am high myopic (-7.25) Can I use fml forte instead of cromal forte, as cromal forte is now not available in near by stores more over I am working in IT field and has to use computer more than 12 hours daily I am also using refresh tears to over come dryness I have no itching only sand feeling inside eye lid
Dr. Richa Jain
Ophthalmology
Fml forte thrice for a week. Then 2 times for next week. . Then only one time for another week. And then it should be stopped
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FAQs

Q. Does Fml Forte Drop treat pink eye?

Fml Forte 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

Q. Is Fml Forte Drop an antibiotic?

No, Fml Forte Drop is not an antibiotic. Fml Forte Drop belongs to a group of medicines called synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid). It is used to relive inflammatory condition of the eye

Q. Is Fml Forte Drop a steroid?

Yes, Fml Forte Drop is a steroid. Fml Forte Drop belongs to a group of medicines called synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid). It is used to relive inflammatory condition of the eye

Q. Is Fml Forte Drop safe?

Fml Forte Drop is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Is Fml Forte Drop generic?

Yes, Fml Forte Drop is a generic name. It is available in various trade names

Q. How does Fml Forte Drop work?

Fml Forte Drop belongs to a group of medicines synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid). Fml Forte 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)

Q. What is Fml Forte Drop ophthalmic suspension used for?

Fml Forte 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)

Q. How much does Fml Forte Drop cost?

The price of Fml Forte 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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References

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  2. Fluorometholone. Irvine, California: Allergan, Inc; 2013. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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