FML vs STERANE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. FML and STERANE 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.

Attribute	FML	STERANE
Rating	72/100	64/100
Pharmacy pays	$12.87 /mL	$0.60 /mL
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	FLUOROMETHOLONE	PREDNISOLONE
Manufacturer	Allergan	Pfizer
Dosage forms	Drops	Tablet, Injectable
Drug class	Corticosteroid	Corticosteroid
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	—	2 to 4 hours
Treats	Conjunctivitis, Inflammation, Keratitis	Adrenal Insufficiency, Hemolytic Anemia, Asthma

fml sterane

Rating

72/100

64/100

Pharmacy pays

$12.87 /mL

$0.60 /mL

Type

Active ingredient

FLUOROMETHOLONE

PREDNISOLONE

Manufacturer

Allergan

Pfizer

Dosage forms

Drops

Tablet, Injectable

Drug class

Corticosteroid

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

—

2 to 4 hours

Treats

Conjunctivitis, Inflammation, Keratitis

Adrenal Insufficiency, Hemolytic Anemia, Asthma

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Fml or Sterane?

By our independent rating, Fml scores higher — 3.6 vs 3.2 out of 5 for Sterane. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Fml or Sterane?

Sterane costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $0.60 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 Fml and Sterane?

Fml contains Fluorometholone, while Sterane contains Prednisolone — 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.