What is Fluorescein Sodium/Benoxinate: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

What is Fluorescein Sodium/Benoxinate: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025 • Published Jul 14, 2021

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Fluorescein Sodium/Benoxinate overview

BRAND NAMES:

Altafluor Benox, Fluress

Generic Names:

Fluorescein Sodium/Benoxinate

Uses:

Numbs and adds contrast to your eyes so your doctor can view your eyes easily during an exam or procedure.

Therapeutic Classes:

Anesthetic, Amino Ester/Disclosing Agent Combination

Forms:

Liquid

How it’s taken:

Into the eye

What is Fluorescein Sodium/Benoxinate used for?

What form(s) does Fluorescein Sodium/Benoxinate come in

Liquid

What are common Fluorescein Sodium/Benoxinate doses?

Bottle 5ML of 0.3-0.4%

Common Fluorescein Sodium/Benoxinate prescriptions

Fluorescein Sodium/Benoxinate
5ml of 0.3-0.4% bottle

How to take Fluorescein Sodium/Benoxinate

A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine.

What to do if you miss a dose of Fluorescein Sodium/Benoxinate

Fluorescein Sodium/Benoxinate contraindications

This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to fluorescein or benoxinate.

Fluorescein Sodium/Benoxinate warnings

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you have allergies, hyperthyroidism, or heart disease, or you wear contact lenses.
This medicine will numb your eyes. Do not touch your eyes until the effect of this medicine has worn off.
Severe pain or swelling of your eyes

Fluorescein Sodium/Benoxinate interactions

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you have allergies, hyperthyroidism, or heart disease, or you wear contact lenses.
This medicine will numb your eyes. Do not touch your eyes until the effect of this medicine has worn off.

Fluorescein Sodium/Benoxinate side effects

Serious Side Effects

Severe pain or swelling of your eyes
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Blurred vision

Less Serious Side Effects

Burning or redness in your eyes