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FML FORTE vs LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 12, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. FML FORTE and LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE 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

72/100
New

Pharmacy pays

$12.88 /mL
$19.51 /mL

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

FLUOROMETHOLONE
LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE

Manufacturer

Dosage forms

Drops
Topical, Suspension, Drops

Drug class

Corticosteroid
Corticosteroid

Boxed warning

None
None

Treats

Conjunctivitis, Inflammation, Keratitis
Allergic Conjunctivitis, Bacterial Conjunctivitis, Viral Conjunctivitis

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Fml Forte or Loteprednol Etabonate?

Fml Forte costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $12.88 vs $19.51 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 Fml Forte and Loteprednol Etabonate?

Fml Forte contains Fluorometholone, while Loteprednol Etabonate contains Loteprednol Etabonate — 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.