Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 30, 2022.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- AK-Fluor
- Angioscein
- Fluorescite
Available Dosage Forms:
- Solution
Therapeutic Class: Disclosing Agent
Uses for fluorescein
Fluorescein injection is used to help certain parts of the eye (eg, retina, iris) become more visible during eye medical procedures.
Fluorescein is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.
Before using fluorescein
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For fluorescein, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to fluorescein or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of fluorescein injection in children.
Geriatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of fluorescein injection in the elderly.
Breastfeeding
There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.
Interactions with medicines
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.
Interactions with food/tobacco/alcohol
Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating cert...
