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F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension

Manufactured byALLERGAN INDIA LTD
ContainsTobramycin (0.3 %w/v) + Fluorometholone (0.1 %w/v)
Description
F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension is a combination of Tobramycin and Fluorometholone. It is used to treat bacterial eye infections. This medicine works by stopping the growth of bacteria and decreasing the production of certain chemicals that cause pain, swelling, and redness in the eyes. F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension may cause side effects such as mild eye irritation, itchiness, and burning sensation. These symptoms usually subside on their own. However, consult your doctor they remain for a long time or become severe. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines immediately after using this medicine, as it may cause temporary blurring of vision. F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension is meant for use in the eyes only. Instill this medicine in your eye(s) as instructed by your doctor. Use this medicine for the recommended duration for better results. Consult your doctor if you use contact lenses. F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are using any other eye drops or have any other eye problems. If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension

  • Blurred vision
  • Burning or itching of eyes
  • Redness of the eye
  • Eye discharge
  • Eye discomfort

Uses of F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension

What is it prescribed for?

  • Steroid-responsive inflammatory conditions
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension to show its effect is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    There is no clinically established data available on the use of F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension during pregnancy. Therefore, consult your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Due to the lack of safety information regarding the use of F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension while breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid using F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as severe itching, redness, eye irritation, blurred vision, or sensitivity to light.

Active viral diseases

F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension is not recommended for use if you have active viral infections in your eyes, as it is not effective in treating such conditions.

Mycobacterial or fungal infection

F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension is not recommended for use if you have mycobacterial (a type of bacteria) or fungal infections of the eyes and surrounding structures, as it is not effective in treating such conditions.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

There is no clinically established data available on the use of F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension during pregnancy. Therefore, consult your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Due to the lack of safety information regarding the use of F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension while breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings

Use in children

F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension is not recommended for use in children below two years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.

Increased intraocular pressure (IOP)

F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension may cause increased intraocular pressure (fluid pressure inside your eyes) in some people. This may damage the optic nerve, thus impairing vision. Your doctor will monitor your intraocular pressure regularly and/or adjust your dose if required.

Contact lens

Remove contact lenses prior to the administration of F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension. The lenses may be reinserted 10 to 15 minutes post-administration.

Driving or operating machines

F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension may cause short-term blurring of vision or eye discomfort. If you experience such symptoms, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines.

Drug resistance

Use of F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension without sufficient proof of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the desired benefits. Furthermore, it may increase the risk of antibiotic resistance, where microorganisms develop the ability to defeat the antibiotics intended to kill them.

Contamination

To prevent contamination, avoid touching the tip of the dropper against your eye or other surfaces. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.

Missed Dose

Instill the missed dose of F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

As F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension is intended for external use, the likelihood of side effects due to an overdose is low. However, do not instill more than the prescribed dose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Bromfenac

Disease interactions

Ocular Toxicities

F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension should be used with extreme caution if you have a history of cataracts (cloudy area in the lens of the eye that affects vision) or glaucoma (increased fluid pressure inside your eyeballs that may lead to loss of vision), as it may worsen your condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Instill F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension in the affected eye(s) as instructed by your doctor. Wash your hands before and after use. Avoid touching the tip of the dropper against your eye or other surfaces. Close the cover of the bottle after administration to keep it clean and free from contamination. Do not wipe or rinse the dropper tip. Do not use F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension for more than 30 days after breaking the seal. Avoid using F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension if the solution is cloudy or the colour has changed.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
F M L-T Ophthalmic Suspension consists of Tobramycin and Fluorometholone. Tobramycin is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Fluorometholone reduces the formation of certain substances that cause pain, swelling, and redness in the eyes.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Aminoglycosides, Opthalmic steroids

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 15 Feb 2022

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