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Fluress
INDICATIONS
For procedures requiring a disclosing agent in combination with an anesthetic agent such as tonometry, gonioscopy, removal of corneal foreign bodies and other short corneal or conjunctival procedures.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Removal of foreign bodies and sutures, and for tonometry: 1 to 2 drops (in single instillations) in each eye before operating.
Deep ophthalmic anesthesia: 2 drops in each eye at 90 second intervals for 3 instillations.
NOTE: The use of an eye patch is recommended.
HOW SUPPLIED
Fluress (fluorescein and benoxinate) is supplied as 5 mL contained in a 10 mL plastic bottle with a separate sterile dropper applicator. (NDC 17478-640-10)
Storage
Refrigerate at 2°-8°C (36°-46°F). User may store at room temperature for up to one month. Protect from light. Keep tightly closed.
Akorn Inc., Buffalo Grove, IL 60089. Rev 5/04
Last reviewed on RxList: 2/25/2009
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
Additional Fluress Information
Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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