Iluvien and Promethegan

• Generic Name: fluocinolone ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: implant
• Other Brand Names: Iluvien, Retisert, Yutiq

Fluocinolone ophthalmic (for the eye) implant is a steroid medicine that is used to treat diabetic macular edema, a build-up of fluid in the retina that is caused by leaking blood vessels.

Iluvien is also used to treat posterior uveitis, inflammation that affects the back of the eye.

This implant slowly releases fluocinolone into the eye over a period of approximately 30 to 36 months.

Iluvien may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: promethazine
• Dosage Forms: rectal suppository
• Other Brand Names: Phenadoz, Promethegan, Phenergan

Promethazine is used to relieve or prevent the symptoms of hay fever, allergic conjunctivitis (inflammation of the eye), and other types of allergy or allergic reactions. It works by preventing the effects of a substance called histamine, which is produced by the body. Histamine can cause itching, sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes. It can sometimes close up the bronchial tubes (air passages of the lungs) and make breathing difficult .

Promethazine is also used to prevent and control motion sickness, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. In addition, it may be used to help people go to sleep and control their pain or anxiety before or after surgery or other procedures .

Promethazine may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor .

This medicine is only available with your doctor's prescription .