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Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml

Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml

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Consume Type

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml

Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml belongs to a class of medications called corticosteroids primarily used to treat post-operative inflammation and pain following ocular surgery. Pain is an unpleasant sensation and emotional experience that is associated with tissue damage. Inflammation is the immune system's natural response to injury or infection. Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml is prescribed to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye.

Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml contains Loteprednol etabonate. It is a corticosteroid that works by blocking prostaglandins (a chemical messenger) in the brain that cause inflammation and swelling. Thereby, Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml helps treat inflammation and pain. 

Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml is for ophthalmic use only. You are advised to use Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. In some cases, Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml may cause watery eyes, irritation, itching, and foreign body sensation in the eye. Most of these side effects of Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not take Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to corticosteroids or any ingredient of Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml. Also, do not use more than the prescribed dose of Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml as it may cause glaucoma, fungal infections, and cataracts. Do not take any other eye medication with Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml, without consulting your doctor. If you have/had glaucoma (increased eye pressure), herpes simplex infection, any other eye problem, are pregnant or breastfeeding, do not take Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml unless prescribed by your doctor.

Uses of Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml

Post-operative inflammation and pain following ocular surgery.

Medicinal Benefits

Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml contains Loteprednol etabonate. Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml is prescribed to treat eye inflammation and pain after eye surgery. It is a corticosteroid that works by blocking prostaglandins (a chemical messenger) in the brain that cause inflammation and swelling. As a result, inflammation and pain are reduced after using Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml.

Directions for Use

Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml is for ophthalmic use only. Eye drops: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.Eye gel/Ointment: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Squeeze a tiny amount of the medicine into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml

  • Watery eyes
  • Irritation in the eyes
  • Eye itching
  • Foreign body sensation

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to corticosteroids or any of the ingredients of Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml. Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml as it may cause glaucoma, vision problems, fungal infection or cataract. If you have or ever had glaucoma (increased eye pressure), herpes simplex infection, any other eye problem, are pregnant, do not take Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml unless prescribed by your doctor. Avoid using Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml if you are breastfeeding. Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision, so drive only if your vision is clear.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml may interact with other ophthalmic medications (bromfenac ophthalmic, diclofenac ophthalmic, flurbiprofen ophthalmic, bimatoprost, latanoprost), HIV medicines (ritonavir, cobicistat), antibiotic medication (clarithromycin), and vaccine (smallpox vaccine).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had ocular infections and ocular toxicities (cataracts, glaucoma/intraocular hypertension).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • BROMFENAC
  • DICLOFENAC
  • FLURBIPROFEN
  • BIMATOPROST
  • LATANOPROST
  • RITONAVIR
  • COBICISTAT
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • SMALLPOX VACCINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Visit an optician regularly to monitor your eye condition.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acid containing food and drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.
  • Fruits and vegetables containing Vitamin A and C, help improve vision and recovery from the surgery.

Special Advise

  • To avoid any contamination, avoid touching the tip of the dropper.
  • If Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml is used for 10 days or longer, intraocular pressure (IOP) should be monitored.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Pain: It is an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with or resembling actual or potential tissue damage. It allows the body to react and prevent further tissue damage. Pain can be short-term (acute) or long-term (chronic). Perception of pain can differ from person to person and it could be tolerable to non-tolerable.

Inflammation: It occurs due to the body's immune response against the antigen. It can be due to external injuries, effects of radiation, chemicals, or pathogens (bacteria, viruses).

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., SUN HOUSE, CTS No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
Other Info - LOT0006

FAQs

Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml works by blocking prostaglandins (a chemical messenger) in the brain that cause inflammation and swelling. As a result, Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml reduces inflammation and pain.
Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take more than the recommended dose, it might cause unwanted side effects like increased eye pressure, fungal infection, optic nerve damage, vision problems or cataracts. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor.
Do not stop taking Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml without talking to your doctor. Continue using Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml for as long as it has been advised by the doctor to treat your condition effectively. If you experience any difficulty while using Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml, consult your doctor.
Avoid wearing contact lenses while using Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml. if you are wearing contact lens, remove them and wear them 15minutes after the installation of the drops. However, wearing contact lens is not recommended post-cataract surgery. Your doctor may advise you to wear glasses as it helps the eyes to recover from the operative procedure.
Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml should be used with other eye medications only if prescribed by the doctor. If you are using any other eye medications, inform your doctor as anti-glaucoma agents may increase the effects of Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is unknown if alcohol affects Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml. Please consult your doctor for more information.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor as there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefit outweighs the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor before using Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml if you are a nursing mother.

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Driving

Caution

Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml can cause temporary blurry vision. So, do not drive or operate machinery until your vision is clear.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml in patients with liver problems.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Lotepred Eye Drops 5 ml in patients with kidney problems.

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Children

Caution

Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. Please consult your doctor for more information.

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