This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pharmacology
Which of the folloiwng topical steroid used in ophthalmology has the maximum potential to increase intraocular pressure ? 
Select and explain. 
A. Hydrocoisone, B. Prednisolone, C. Dexamethasome, D. Fluoromethalone
C: Dexamethasome
Answer: C: Dexamethasome 
Explanation: Ans. is 'c' i.e., DexamethasomeThe IOP -elevating potential of steroids is as follows: dexamethasone > prednisolone > fluoromethalone > hydrocoisone > tetrahydrotriamcinalone> medrysone (after 6 weeks of dexamethasone therapy.42% have IOP > 20 mmHg and 69o have IOP > 31).The steroids with low IOP - elevating potential are fluorometholone (FMI). rimexolone (Vexol), and loteprednol (Latemas, Mrex).