Fluresin 600mg Injection
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Product introduction
Fluresin 600mg Injection is used before eye examinations. It has tissue staining properties. Once injected, it stains the damaged cells of the eye. This helps the doctor in identifying problems with the cornea and diagnose certain eye diseases.
Fluresin 600mg Injection must be administered by a healthcare professional in the hospital or in a clinical setting. You should not self administer this medicine at home. This injection is generally safe with little or no side effects.
However, if you experience any symptoms which you think may be due to this injection, please inform your doctor. Caution is advised for driving after administration of this injection if your eyes are not able to concentrate and react.
Fluresin 600mg Injection must be administered by a healthcare professional in the hospital or in a clinical setting. You should not self administer this medicine at home. This injection is generally safe with little or no side effects.
However, if you experience any symptoms which you think may be due to this injection, please inform your doctor. Caution is advised for driving after administration of this injection if your eyes are not able to concentrate and react.
Uses of Fluresin Injection
Benefits of Fluresin Injection
In Eye examination
Eye examination consists of multiple tests performed in order to access the vision as well as the health of the eyes. It helps to analyze the function of the eyes better and also figure out any problems that may be creating problems with eyesight. Fluresin 600mg Injection helps to increase the size of the pupil which helps in thorough examination of the eyes and its associated structures. It is used by an eye specialist and should not be self-administered.
Side effects of Fluresin Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Fluresin
- No common side effects seen
How to use Fluresin Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Fluresin Injection works
Fluresin 600mg Injection is an orange dye which temporarily gives colour to damaged cells of the eye. This helps the doctor identify any problems with your cornea and diagnose certain eye diseases.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Fluresin 600mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fluresin 600mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fluresin 600mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Fluresin 600mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Fluresin 600mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Fluresin 600mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Fluresin Injection?
If you miss a dose of Fluresin 600mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Fluresin 600mg Injection is given as an injection by the doctor during a clinical setting only.
- It makes your vision blurry. Avoid driving or attention-seeking activity until you know how it affects you.
- If you wear contact lenses, consult with your doctor when you can wear them or use them again.
- Inform your doctor if you notice eye swelling, itching of eyes and eye pain after the examination.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Xanthenes Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Dye-Ocular
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Marketer details
Name: Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
Address: Samarth House, 168, Bangur Nagar, Off Link Road, Near Ayappa Temple & Kallol Kali Temple, Goregaon (W), Mumbai - 400 090.
Country of origin: India
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