HMS (Medrysone 1% Liquifilm Opthalmic) Drug Information: Description, User Reviews, Drug Side Effects, Interactions

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May 26, 2012

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HMS

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Please Note: This Brand Name drug is no longer available in the US.
(Generic versions may still be available.)

DRUG DESCRIPTION

HMS® (medrysone) 1.0% LIQUIFILM® sterile ophthalmic suspension is a topical anti-inflammatory agent for ophthalmic use.

Chemical Name: (medrysone 1% liquifilm opthalmic) 11(beta)-Hydroxy-6(alpha)-methylpregn-4-ene-3, 20-dione.

Contains: Active: medrysone 1.0%. Preservative: benzalkonium chloride 0.004%. Inactives: LIQUIFILM® (polyvinyl alcohol) 1.4%. edetate disodium; sodium chloride; potassium chloride; sodium phosphate, monobasic; sodium phosphate, dibasic; hydroxypropyl methylcellulose; sodium hydroxide to adjust the pH; and purified water.

What are the possible side effects of medrysone ophthalmic (HMS)?

Serious side effects are not expected with this medication. Rarely, an increase in the pressure inside of the eye, formation of cataracts, or perforation of the cornea have been reported. Talk to your doctor about any possible side effects.

More commonly, some burning, stinging, irritation, itching, redness, blurred vision or sensitivity to light may occur. Continue to use medrysone ophthalmic and talk to your doctor about any side effects that you...

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Last reviewed on RxList: 12/8/2004
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.