Metholone0.10%

• Redness and swelling in the eye: Used for acute and chronic allergic non-infectious conjunctivitis and keratitis with severe swelling and intravascular injection.
• Non-infectious inflammation of anterior segment: Used for anterior uveitis, episcleritis and scleritis.
• Post-operative conditions: Used for irritative conditions after strabotomy, cataract and glaucoma surgery.

Adult Dose (Ophthalmic):

• Instill 1-2 drops into conjunctival sac 2-3 times daily.
• Dose may be increased to 1 drop hourly during first 24-48 hours in severe cases.

Child Dose (above 2 years):

• Instill 1-2 drops into conjunctival sac 2-3 times daily.
• Dose may be increased to 1 drop hourly during first 24-48 hours in severe cases.

Common Side Effects:

• Eye irritation
• Burning sensation
• Watery eyes
• Mild burning sensation
• Reversible increase in intraocular pressure

With prolonged use: Delayed wound healing, increased IOP, cataract formation, thinning of cornea and sclera.

Precautions:

• Fluorometholone 0.1% Eye prep may cause blurring of vision for a short time after use; do not drive until vision is clear.
• Do not use for more than the prescribed duration (may cause glaucoma or secondary infection).
• Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface or to your eye.
• Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute after instilling the drop.
• Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye.
• If wearing soft contact lenses, remove before putting in drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting lenses back in.
• Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.