Fluorometholone+neomycin
About
Fluorometholone+neomycin belongs to a group of medications called ‘Antibiotics and Corticosteroids’ used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections or eye discomfort, especially in patients who have undergone eye surgeries. It also decreases the risk of eye infections such as conjunctivitis (inflammation of the conjunctiva, pinkeye), and other inflammatory conditions of the eye (cornea, iris and connective tissue) in postoperative patients.
Fluorometholone+neomycin is a combination of two medicines: Fluorometholone and Neomycin. Neomycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic that acts by interfering with the formation of essential proteins required for bacterial growth that in turn kills the bacteria by preventing its growth. Fluorometholone is a glucocorticoid that reduces inflammation and symptoms associated with infection such as redness and irritation. It works by inhibiting the chemicals such as prostaglandins that cause inflammation.
Fluorometholone+neomycin is for ophthalmic (for eye) use only. You should use this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Fluorometholone+neomycin are red eyes, eye pain, irritation of the eye, blurred vision and burning sensation in the eye. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these undesirable effects persistently.
Do not use Fluorometholone+neomycin if you are allergic to Fluorometholone+neomycin or any contents of it. Before using Fluorometholone+neomycin, inform your doctor if you are diagnosed with any fungal infections, viral infections, such as herpes simplex or varicella or parasitic infections such as amoebiasis. Do not use Fluorometholone+neomycin if you have tuberculosis, damaged cornea, ulceration, open lesions with incomplete formation of the covering tissue and increased pressure inside the eye. Fluorometholone+neomycin should be used in pregnant, breastfeeding, females if suggested by the doctor. Fluorometholone+neomycin is not approved to be used in children below two years. This medicine is completely safe and effective in elderly patients, however, they should use Fluorometholone+neomycin only after consulting with the doctor.
Uses of Fluorometholone+neomycin
Medicinal Benefits
Neomycin present in Fluorometholone+neomycin is used to treat bacterial infections like conjunctivitis (pinkeye) and blepharitis (inflammation of the oil glands in eyelids) of the eye and the skin present around the eyelids. This medicine is also helpful in preventing the infection that may happen after surgery or eye injury. This medicine works by stopping the growth of bacterial. Fluorometholone+neomycin also contains fluorometholone, which is a Glucocorticosteroids, has an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid that acts by reducing swelling, itching and redness of the eye and thus helps in treating inflammation of the eye. Fluorometholone is supposed to control the formation of certain chemicals that cause allergic reactions in the body.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Fluorometholone+neomycin
- Red eyes
- Eye pain
- Blurred vision
- Dry eye
- Excessive watery eyes
- Change in taste
- Inflammation of the cornea of the eye (severe)
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Fluorometholone+neomycin should not be used in certain conditions like ocular tuberculosis, glaucoma, a fungal disease of eyes, pregnancy and breastfeeding females. Eye drops compromising corticosteroids like Fluorometholone+neomycin should not be used for more than a week except if specially prescribed by a doctor followed by regular checkups for intraocular pressure. Prolong use of Fluorometholone+neomycin may also suppress the immune response and increase the chances of secondary eye infections. Fluorometholone+neomycin may affect your ability to drive and operating a machine. If it happens, you are suggested to wait until your vision clears before doing any task that needs a clear vision.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Fluorometholone+neomycin may interact with antibiotics like amphotericin B, tobramycin, cisplatin, polymyxin B, amikacin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen. This is not a complete list of all the medicines that can interact with Fluorometholone+neomycin.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Fluorometholone+neomycin should not be used in patients with fungal infections, viral infections such as herpes simplex or varicella, or parasitic infections such as amoebiasis, tuberculosis, damaged cornea, ulceration and glaucoma (increased pressure inside the eye).
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionDo not take alcohol while using Fluorometholone+neomycin as it may affect your ability to fight infections.
Pregnancy
unsafeFluorometholone+neomycin should not be used in pregnant females, unless until prescribed by a doctor.
Breast Feeding
cautionFluorometholone+neomycin should not be used in breastfeeding women, unless until prescribed by a doctor.
Driving
cautionFluorometholone+neomycin may cause vision problems. So, avoid driving until your vision clears.
Liver
safe if prescribedFluorometholone+neomycin can be used for treating eye infections in patients with liver diseases.
Kidney
safe if prescribedFluorometholone+neomycin can be used for treating eye infections in patients with kidney diseases.
Children
cautionFluorometholone+neomycin is not approved to be use in children below two years and only when prescribed by a doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Sleep for at least six to eight hours to rejuvenate your eyes in a natural way.
- Wash your eyes with clean water at least two to three times a day.
- Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly and get plenty of sleep.
- Avoid alcoholic beverages as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This effect can also affect your body’s ability in fighting off infections.
- Reduce screen time (by avoiding watching tv, or phone) and use sunglasses while going out into the sunlight.
Special Advise
If you are using other eye drops along with Fluorometholone+neomycin, maintain an interval of at least 15 minutes before administering other medicines in the same eye to avoid dilution.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Bacterial eye infections: Bacterial eye infections are the common eye problems seen in a primary care setting. The common eye problems are conjunctivitis (inflammation of the conjunctiva), stye (bump on the eyelid) and keratitis (inflammation of the cornea). The risk for eye infection is high in post-operative patients or patients who have undergone Lasik, cataract or other eye surgeries.
Blepharitis: It is the inflammation of oil glands of the eyes that causes dryness of the eyes. This medical condition causes red, swell and itchy eyes. Other symptoms may include the feeling of a foreign object in the eyes, sensitivity to light, watery eyes and red eyes.
Conjunctivitis: It is also known as pink eye, which is inflammation of the conjunctiva (thin clear tissues that is present over the white part of the eyes). This infection usually happens in children and can spread from person to person like children in schools and daycare.
FAQs
Fluorometholone+neomycin may affect your ability to drive and operating a machine. If it happens, you are suggested to wait until your vision clears before doing any task that needs a clear vision. If the condition does not improve consult your doctor immediately.
Eye drops containing corticosteroids like Fluorometholone+neomycin should not be used for more than a week except if specially prescribed by a doctor followed by regular checkups for intraocular pressure.
Fluorometholone+neomycin should not be used in certain conditions like ocular tuberculosis, glaucoma, a fungal disease of eyes, pregnancy and breastfeeding females.
Fluorometholone+neomycin is a combination of two medicines: Neomycin and Fluorometholone. Neomycin is an antibiotic and stops the growth of bacteria that is causing the infection. Fluorometholone is an anti-inflammatory medicine that reduces eye discomfort and the risk of eye infections.
Avoid prolonged use, as it may cause cataracts (clouding of the eye) and also increases the risk of second infection. Also, do not wear contact lenses while using Fluorometholone+neomycin.
The common side-effects of Fluorometholone+neomycin are red eyes, eye pain, dry eye, watery eyes, change in taste and blurred vision. These side-effects are mild and temporary. In addition, it may cause inflammation of the cornea (clear outer layer of the eye), in such case you need talk to the doctor.
Fluorometholone+neomycin is recommended for use in the eye only. It is not recommended for treating ear problems.
Fluorometholone+neomycin starts working within a few hours after using this medicine. Its use is usually recommended for 7 days as the condition mostly improves within a week. If the condition does not improve consult your doctor for further advice.
You are advised not to wear contact lenses as Fluorometholone+neomycin contains preservatives that can make lenses to absorb the medicine. With it, you are suggested to wear the contact lenses back after 15 minutes of using Fluorometholone+neomycin.
