Fluorometholone vs. Pred Forte for Eye Inflammation and Allergic Conjunctivitis: Important Differences and Potential Risks.

Fluorometholone

(FML)

prednisolone eye drops

Summary for Fluorometholone

Prescription only

Fluorometholone is a prescription steroid eye drop used to treat eye inflammation symptoms. It can be used for adults and children as young as 2 years old. The eye drops are available in two strengths. The 0.1% strength is known under the brand name FML and also has a generic version. But the 0.25% strength comes as only the brand name FML Forte. The medication is applied directly into the affected eye 2 to 4 times a day. Common side effects include blurry vision and a burning feeling in the eye.

Indications for Fluorometholone

Eye inflammation

Pros and Cons for Fluorometholone

Pros

Should start to work within 2 days
Can be used for adults and children 2 years of age and older

Cons

Might need to use up to 4 times per day
Might need to get your eyes checked periodically if you use the eye drops for a long time

Common Side Effects for Fluorometholone

Burning or stinging in the eye
Eye irritation

Warnings for Fluorometholone

Risk of eye infection with long-term use
Risk of eye problems, like higher eye pressure, with long-term use
Slow healing of the eye after cataract surgery
Avoid contact lenses

Summary for Pred Forte

Prescription only

Prednisolone eye drops is a type of steroid eye drop. It helps treat eye inflammation in adults and children. The medication helps relieve symptoms like itchy eye, eye redness, and swelling in the eye. Prednisolone eye drops come as a generic as well as brand names like Pred Forte and Pred Mild. This eye drop is usually used in the affected eye(s) 2 to 4 times a day. Side effects can include temporary burning and stinging in the eye when you put the drops in.

Indications for Pred Forte

Eye inflammation

Pros and Cons for Pred Forte

Pros

Few side effects
Approved for both adults and children

Cons

Might have to use the eye drops up to 4 times a day
Some formulations contain sulfite, so not a good option for people with a sulfite allergy

Common Side Effects for Pred Forte

Temporary burning or stinging in the eye
Feeling like there's something in your eye

Warnings for Pred Forte

Risk of eye infection when used for a long time
Risk of eye problems when used for a long time
Slow healing of the eye after cataract surgery
Severe allergic reaction

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Fluorometholone1 eye dropper / 5ml of 0.1%

$30.04$49.30

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Prednisolone Acetate1 eye dropper / 5ml of 1%

$17.70$20.82

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