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Manufacturer/Marketer

Indiana Opthalamics Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

OPHTHALMIC

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Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

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About Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml

Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml belongs to ophthalmic eye medications primarily used to treat bacterial eye infections and reduce swelling, itching, and redness. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is a common bacterial eye infection associated with the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid.

Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml is a combination of two drugs, namely: Tobramycin (antibiotic) and Fluorometholone (corticosteroid). Tobramycin belongs to the class of antibiotics that works by inhibiting the production of essential proteins that are necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thereby, it destroys bacteria. Fluorometholone belongs to the class of steroids that works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. Thereby, reduces the redness and swelling caused due to bacterial infections.

Use Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml as prescribed by your doctor. Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml is only for use in eyes. You are advised to use Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience eye irritation, eye redness, itchy or swollen eyelids, mild burning or stinging sensation in the eye, or eye discomfort. Most of these side effects of Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml is not recommended for children below 1 year of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before using Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml. Drive only if your vision is clear as Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying. You are recommended to maintain a time gap of at least 5 minutes between using Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml and other eye drops.

Uses of Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml

Bacterial eye infections

Directions for Use

Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml is for external use only. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml. Lie down and tilt your head backward. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instill the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. Replace the outer cap after use. Do not touch the container’s tip to the eye, eyelids or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml.

Medicinal Benefits

Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml contains Tobramycin and Fluorometholone used to treat bacterial eye infections. Tobramycin is an antibiotic that inhibits the production of essential proteins that are necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thereby, it destroys bacteria. Fluorometholone is a corticosteroid that inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. Thereby, reduces the redness and swelling caused due to bacterial infections.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml

  • Eye irritation
  • Eye redness
  • Itchy or swollen eyelids
  • Mild burning or stinging sensation in the eye
  • Eye discomfort

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml is not recommended for children below 1 year of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before using Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml. Drive only if your vision is clear as Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying. You are advised to remove soft contact lenses before using Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml as it may cause discolouration of the soft contact lens. You are recommended to maintain a time gap of at least 5 minutes between using Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml and other eye drops. Please do not touch the container's tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml and cause eye infections.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Sleep for a minimum of 6 to 8 hours to rejuvenate your eyes naturally.
  • Wash your eyes with clean water at least two to three times a day. Do not wash your eyes if you have undergone any eye surgery for at least 2 weeks.
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Eat foods rich in Omega-3 fatty acids such as sardines, mackerel, tuna, salmon, trout, and omega-3 fatty acid supplements.
  • Cut down your coffee intake as it may increase pressure in the eye and replace coffee with green tea.
  • Maintain a diet rich in antioxidants such as dark-green leafy vegetables, whole grains, citrus fruits, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, etc.
  • Avoid consumption of processed foods such as high-fat meats, sugary foods, dairy products, and fast foods as they may increase inflammation.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBACTERIAL AND CORTICOSTEROID

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FAQs

Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml contains Tobramycin and Fluorometholone. Tobramycin belongs to the class of antibiotics that works by inhibiting the production of essential proteins that are necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thereby, destroys bacteria. Fluorometholone belongs to the class of corticosteroids that works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching and swelling. Thereby, reduces the redness and swelling caused due to bacterial infections.

You are not recommended to wear contact lenses while using Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml as it contains benzalkonium chloride, a preservative that changes the colour of the contact lens as it may be absorbed by soft contact lens. Benzalkonium chloride also causes irritation in the eye, especially if you have disorders of the cornea (transparent layer at the front of the eye) or dry eyes. Therefore, you are advised to remove contact lenses before applying Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml and reinsert after 15 minutes of using Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml. Also, inform your doctor if you experience pain, stinging or abnormal sensation in the eye after using Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml.

Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying. Therefore, you are recommended to wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery.

You are recommended to maintain a time gap of a minimum of 5 minutes between using Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml and other eye drops. However, please consult a doctor before using other medicines with Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml.

Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml is not used to treat fungal infection in the eye. Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml is only used to treat bacterial eye infections.

You are not recommended to stop using Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the infection. Therefore, use Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml, please consult your doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • COBICISTAT
  • RITONAVIR

Special Advise

  • Avoid wearing contact lenses while using Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml as it may cause discolouration of soft contact lenses.
  • If the infection persists or worsens after 7 days of using Flut T Eye Drop 5 ml, please consult an eye specialist.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial eye infections: The common bacterial eye infections are conjunctivitis, stye, or keratitis. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is the infection or inflammation of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. It is a highly contagious infection that spread by secretions of the eye. Symptoms include redness, itchy, and discharge or crusting around the eye. A stye, a bump on the eyelid, is also a common eye condition. Keratitis, inflammation of the cornea, occurs due to frequent contact lenses, injury, diabetes, or surgery. 

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