NCIt definition : The acetate salt form of fluorometholone, a synthetic glucocorticoid with anti-inflammatory
and anti-allergic properties. Fluorometholone acetate exerts its effect 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.;