NDAOPHTHALMICSUSPENSION/DROPS
Approved
Jan 1972
Lifecycle
LOE Approaching
Competitive Pressure
30/100
Data completeness
3/8 — Basic
FML (fluorometholone) by AbbVie is corticosteroid hormone receptor agonists [moa]. First approved in 1972.
Drug data last refreshed 13h ago · AI intelligence enriched 1w ago
AI summarySynthesized from FDA + DailyMed + ClinicalTrials.gov data
FML (fluorometholone) is a topical ophthalmic corticosteroid suspension approved in 1972 for treating inflammatory conditions of the eye. It works by binding to corticosteroid hormone receptors to suppress inflammation and immune response in ocular tissues. This small-molecule steroid is administered as drops directly to the eye.
LOE Approaching
As a legacy product approaching loss of exclusivity with moderate competitive pressure, FML brand teams are likely focused on margin defense and transition planning rather than growth investment.
Mechanism of Action
Corticosteroid Hormone Receptor Agonists
Pharmacologic Class:
Corticosteroid
Indications
Indication data is being enriched from DailyMed and FDA labeling. Check back soon for approved therapeutic uses.
Career Relevance
Working on FML offers limited career growth given the product's LOE trajectory and minimal linked job openings; roles focus on defending market share and optimizing commercial operations. This is primarily a legacy product assignment suitable for professionals managing mature portfolio brands or seeking stable, lower-intensity commercial work.
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Data Sources
- Drug label: DailyMed / FDA
- Clinical trials: ClinicalTrials.gov
- Patent data: FDA Orange Book
- Spending data: CMS Medicare
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