Brand name: Fluorescein Sodium Minims (Bausch & Lomb) TM
Active ingredients: fluorescein
What it is used for
As a diagnostic stain. Fluorescein does not stain a normal cornea but conjunctival abrasions are stained yellow or orange, corneal abrasions or ulcers are stained a bright green and foreign bodies are surrounded by a green ring. Fluorescein can be used in diagnostic examinations including Goldmann tonometry and in the fitting of hard contact lenses.
How to take it
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
- The way to take this medicine: Ophthalmic
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 30 Months.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
A clear, orange-red solution, reasonably free from visible particulate matter
Do I need a prescription?
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for this medicine. You can ask your pharmacist.This medicine is
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient fluorescein
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
