FML NEO Liquifilm
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Product introduction
FML NEO Liquifilm is a medicine used to treat bacterial eye infections. It kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing bacteria. This way it relieves the symptoms and speeds up the healing process.
FML NEO Liquifilm is to be used only in the affected eye. Read the label carefully for instruction before you use the medicine. Use it in the exact dose and duration as advised by the doctor or as instructed in the label. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Complete your dose even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may bring back the infection.
Use of this medicine may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. However, if they persist or get worse, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your ears, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it with water.
Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine or if you are taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.
Uses of FML NEO Eye Drop
- Treatment of Bacterial eye infections
Benefits of FML NEO Eye Drop
In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections
FML NEO Liquifilm is used to treat bacterial infection of the eyes such as conjunctivitis or pink eye. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve pain, swelling, redness, itching or irritation in the eyes. Use it 2-3 times a day for atleast a week or as prescribed by the doctor. Your symptoms might improve after using FML NEO Liquifilm. However, make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Side effects of FML NEO Eye 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 NEO
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
- Blurred vision
How to use FML NEO Eye Drop
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
How FML NEO Eye Drop works
FML NEO Liquifilm is a combination of two medicines: Neomycin and Fluorometholone. Neomycin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth in the eye by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Fluorometholone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of FML NEO Liquifilm during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of FML NEO Liquifilm during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
FML NEO Liquifilm may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take FML NEO Eye Drop?
If you miss a dose of FML NEO Liquifilm, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Wash your hands before and after using FML NEO Liquifilm to keep your eyes safe from germs.
- Gently pull down your lower eyelid and apply the medicine without touching your eye or lashes with the tip.
- Close your eyes for 1 to 2 minutes after use to help the medicine stay and work better.
- Do not use this medicine longer than your doctor says. FML NEO Liquifilm contains steroid, and steroid overuse can increase eye pressure or cause vision issues.
- If your vision gets blurry or your eye feels worse after a few days of FML NEO Liquifilm, tell your doctor. It may need a checkup or a change in treatment.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking FML NEO Liquifilm
Thrice A Day
34%
Once A Day
23%
Twice A Day
21%
Four Times A *
19%
Once A Week
2%
Alternate Day
2%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using FML NEO Eye Drop for?
Others
50%
Bacterial inf*
50%
*Bacterial infections
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
67%
Poor
22%
Average
11%
What were the side-effects while using FML NEO Liquifilm?
Eye discomfor*
67%
No Side Effec*
33%
*Eye discomfort, No Side Effect
How do you take FML NEO Eye Drop?
With or witho*
67%
With food
33%
*With or without food
Please rate FML NEO Liquifilm on price
Expensive
33%
Not Expensive
33%
Average
33%
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Fluorometholone + Neomycin. Johannesburg, Gauteng: Allergan Pharmaceuticals; 1977. [revised Sep. 2017]. [Accesssed 18 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Neomycin. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Fluorometholone. Marlow: Allergan Limited; 2003 [revised Sep. 2017]. [Accessed 18 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Allergan India Pvt Ltd
Address: No.3, Kasturba Road, Level 2, Prestige Obelisk, Bangalore – 560 001., KARNATAKA, INDIA
Country of origin: India
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