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FML is an ocular antibiotic-corticosteroid combination which is a kind of eye-affecting drug.

Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this

41 years experience

Brands

Flarex • FML forte

Generic Drug

Fluorometholone

Side Effects

Common

Eye irritation
Foul taste in mouth
Blurred vision
Burning eyes
Cloudy or blurred vision
Sore or burning eyes

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