Fluorescein

Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain

Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma

Last updated 07 Apr 2025 | 05:05 AM (UTC)

Fluorescein Uses

Fluorescein is used in eye examination.

How Fluorescein works

Fluorescein is an orange dye which temporarily gives colour to damaged cells of the eye. This helps the doctor identify any problems with your cornea and diagnose certain eye diseases.

Common side effects of Fluorescein

Nausea, Vomiting, Abdominal discomfort, Itching, Fainting, Extravasation

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Medicine brands for Fluorescein

Fluresin

Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

₹56 to ₹56

1 variant(s)

Retigraph

Sunways India Pvt Ltd

Expert advice for Fluorescein

Fluorescein is given as an injection by the doctor during a clinical setting only.
It makes your vision blurry. Avoid driving or attention-seeking activity until you know how it affects you.
If you wear contact lenses, consult with your doctor when you can wear them or use them again.
Inform your doctor if you notice eye swelling, itching of eyes and eye pain after the examination.