Description
Lotepred eye drop of 5ml contains a topical anti-inflammatory corticosteroid called Loteprednol for ophthalmic use. It is a prescription treatment for inflammation of the eye, after ocular surgery. The ophthalmic solution contains Loteprednol, an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid, which is not only effective in treating swelling of the eyes, but also beneficial for patients with bacterial eye infections. Loteprednol works by reducing inflammation and eases the symptoms.
Product Description
Lotepred should not be used in cases of viral diseases of cornea and conjunctivitis. Prolonged use of Lotepred eye drop of 5ml may cause glaucoma accompanied by optic nerve damage; people may develop visual defects. Use of such corticosteroid may lead to cataract formation. Also, the use of Loteprednol after cataract surgery may delay the process of healing. The use of topical corticosteroid has been known to cause thinning of the cornea. Long term use of ophthalmic solution may put at increased risk of ocular infections. In some cases, the medicine may even worsen the existing infection. Fungal infections of the cornea may develop with long term usage of Lotepred application.
Side Effects
The most common side effects of Lotepred Eye drop of 5 ml include eye pain, inflammation, and foreign body sensation. Please tell your doctor if you are using any other medications including vitamins or herbal supplements. Avoid using medicines used for muscular spasms, gastrointestinal cramps, asthma, or urge consistence. Eye drops used for the treatment of high pressure in the eye. Certain medications may increase the effects of this topical corticosteroid and your ophthalmologist may wish to monitor you regularly.
How to Use
Always use Loteprednol exactly as your ophthalmologist told you. Please check with your doctor if you are not sure. Usually, one to two drops four-time daily is enough for adults and the elderly. Shake the bottle well before use. Wash your hands before applying Lotepred Eye drop of 5 ml of the. Apply two drops of ophthalmic solution into the affected eye four times daily. Look upward while instilling eye drops of the affected eye. One should begin the treatment a day after surgery and should continue throughout the first two weeks of the surgery. Be sure to administer Lotepred under the guidance of an ophthalmologist. Do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch any other surface or even your eyes as this can contaminate the solution. Do not wear contact lenses while using the topical formulation. For more information, check with your doctor when you can use them again. Note that treatment with Loteprednol normally begins 24 hours after surgery.
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