Flarex Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml is used to treat various eye conditions caused by infection, inflammation, or injury in adults and children above 2 years of age. Eye inflammation is the swelling of eye tissue due to underlying conditions such as allergies, conjunctivitis (inflammation of the mucous membrane of the eye), or other eye disorders.

The Flarex Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml contains ‘fluorometholone’, which decreases the activity of the provoked immune system, thereby blocking white blood cells (WBC) from attacking our own body cells. This results in a decreased release of chemicals (prostaglandin) that cause pain and inflammation. It causes blood vessels to constrict, decreasing the access of cells to the site of injury and reducing the swelling, pain, and discomfort in the eyes.

Flarex Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml is only for ophthalmic use. You may experience a burning or itching sensation in the eye and blurred vision (when eye ointment is applied) after using this medicine. However, these effects are temporary. A common side-effect of Flarex Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml is increased pressure inside the eye. If you notice any persistent vision problems while using this medicine, consult your doctor immediately.

Do not take Flarex Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml if you are allergic to ‘fluorometholone’ or any other ingredients present in it. Check its contents before using, as it may contain ‘benzalkonium chloride’ and ‘phosphates’. Soft lenses may absorb benzalkonium chloride, so do not wear contact lenses while using this medicine. Besides, it may also cause eye irritation, especially in people with dry eyes or disorders of the cornea (the transparent layer that covers the front portion of the eye). Phosphates may result in cloudy patches on the cornea in people with corneal disorders. Before taking Flarex Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml, inform your doctor if you have any eye infections. Also, inform your doctor if you have glaucoma, herpes simplex (viral infection), and thin cornea, as this medicine may worsen the condition. Do not use this medicine for more than 7 days unless prescribed by your doctor.

Flarex Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml contains 'fluorometholone', which belongs to the class of medicines called 'steroids'. It controls inflammation by acting on the immune system and decreasing the provoked immune system by blocking white blood cells (WBC) from attacking the injured site's cells. As a result, this reduces the release of chemicals (prostaglandin) that cause pain and inflammation in the eyes. It also causes constriction (narrowing) of blood vessels, decreasing the access of cells to the injury site, which helps reduce the swelling, pain, and discomfort in the eyes.

• Increased pressure inside the eye
• Vision problems
• Burning or stinging sensation
• Itchy eyes
• Increased tears
• Eye pain

Do not take Flarex Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml if you are allergic to ‘fluorometholone’ or any ingredients present in it. Inform your doctor if you have any bacterial, fungal, or viral eye infections. Inform your doctor if you have glaucoma (a condition with increased internal pressure in the eye), herpes simplex (viral infection), or thin corneal tissue, as this medicine may worsen the condition. Flarex Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml may delay your eye healing after cataract surgery, so if you have undergone any planned eye surgery, tell your doctor about this before using Flarex Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml. In some cases, Flarex Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml may increase eye pressure, so if you experience pain in the eye, immediately consult a doctor. Flarex Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml should not be used in the conditions of any eye infection.

Drug-drug interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-food interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-disease interactions: Flarex Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml should be used with caution in patients with glaucoma (increased internal pressure in the eyes), herpes simplex (viral infection), and cornea problem (the transparent membrane covering the eyes).

• Consume a healthy diet that contains vegetables and fruits, whole grains, nuts, high-quality fish, eggs, and dairy.
• Eat foods that are rich in antioxidants such as berries, prunes, apples, and artichokes. 
• Do eye exercises if necessary. Your doctor is the best person to recommend eye exercises based on your condition. 
• If you have pink eye or conjunctivitis, always wear sunglasses and do not contact other people to prevent the spread of infection. 

• Flarex Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml may increase your eye pressure in some cases. So, if you experience such signs and symptoms, immediately contact a doctor.
• If your eye pain and inflammation do not improve after 48 hours, consult an ophthalmologist.

Eye inflammation: It is the swelling of eye tissue due to underlying conditions such as allergies, conjunctivitis (inflammation of the mucous membrane of the eye), injuries, or other disorders of the eye. It is characterized by redness, watery or itchy eyes, and a burning sensation in the eye.