Fluorometholone

**Semantic type:** Organic Chemical|Pharmacologic Substance

**Definition:** A synthetic glucocorticoid with anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic properties. Fluorometholone exerts its effects by interacting with cytoplasmic glucocorticoid receptors and subsequently activates glucocorticoid receptor mediated gene expression. The synthesis of certain anti-inflammatory proteins is induced while the synthesis of certain inflammatory mediators is inhibited. As a result, there is an overall reduction in chronic inflammation and autoimmune reactions.

**Synonyms:** - FLUOROMETHOLONE - Fluor-Op - Oxylone