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DEXAMETHASONE SODIUM PHOSPHATE vs FML FORTE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 17, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. DEXAMETHASONE SODIUM PHOSPHATE and FML FORTE are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Rating

New
72/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.24 /mL
$12.87 /mL

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

DEXAMETHASONE SODIUM PHOSPHATE
FLUOROMETHOLONE

Manufacturer

Dosage forms

Injectable, Solution
Drops

Drug class

Corticosteroid
Corticosteroid

Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

about 4 hours

Treats

Addison Disease, Brain Edema, Bursitis
Conjunctivitis, Inflammation, Keratitis

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate or Fml Forte?

Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $0.24 vs $12.87 per ml, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate and Fml Forte?

Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate contains Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate, while Fml Forte contains Fluorometholone — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.