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loteprednol ophthalmic

Generic Name: loteprednol ophthalmic (low teh PRED nall off THAL mick)
Brand Names: Alrex, Lotemax

What is loteprednol ophthalmic?

Loteprednol is in a class of drugs called corticosteroids. Loteprednol inhibits processes in the body that cause inflammation (swelling).

Loteprednol ophthalmic is used to treat eye inflammation caused by surgery, infection, allergies, and other conditions.

Loteprednol ophthalmic may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about loteprednol ophthalmic?

Do not touch the dropper to any surface, including the eyes or hands. The dropper is sterile. If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in the eye.

Contact your doctor if your symptoms get worse or if you do not see any improvement in the condition after 48 hours.

If you wear contact lenses, remove them before applying loteprednol ophthalmic. Ask your doctor if contact lenses can be reinserted after application of the medication. Loteprednol ophthalmic may contain a preservative (benzalkonium chloride), which may cause discoloration of contact lenses.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using loteprednol ophthalmic?

Do not use loteprednol ophthalmic if you have a bacterial, viral, or fungal infection in the eye unless you are also using an anti-infective medication. Loteprednol ophthalmic is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether loteprednol ophthalmic will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not use this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether loteprednol ophthalmic passes into breast milk. Do not use loteprednol ophthalmic without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use loteprednol ophthalmic?

Use loteprednol eyedrops exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Wash your hands before using the eyedrops. Do not use any eyedrop that is discolored or has particles in it.

To apply the eyedrops:

Shake the bottle to be sure the medicine is well mixed. Tilt the head back slightly and pull down on the lower eyelid. Position the dropper above the eye. Look up and away from the dropper. Squeeze out the prescribed number of drops and close the eye. Apply gentle pressure to the inside corner of the eye (near the nose) for about 1 minute to prevent the liquid from draining down the tear duct. If you are using drops in both eyes, repeat the process in the other eye.

Do not touch the dropper to any surface, including the eyes or hands. The dropper is sterile. If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in the eye. Do not stop using this medication suddenly if you have been using it for several weeks or more. Before stopping, your doctor may want to reduce the dose over several days to prevent side effects.

Contact your doctor if your symptoms get worse or if you do not see any improvement in the condition after 48 hours.

Your doctor may want you to have medical evaluations during treatment with loteprednol ophthalmic to monitor progress and side effects.

Store loteprednol ophthalmic at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the bottle properly capped.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and apply the next regularly scheduled dose as directed. Do not use a double dose of this medication.

What happens if I overdose?

An overdose of loteprednol ophthalmic is unlikely to threaten life.

If an overdose is suspected, or if the drops have been ingested, contact an emergency room or poison control center for advice.

What should I avoid while using loteprednol ophthalmic?

Do not touch the dropper to any surface, including the eyes or hands. The dropper is sterile. If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in the eye.

Loteprednol ophthalmic side effects

If you experience a rare but serious allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives) to loteprednol ophthalmic, stop using the medication and seek emergency medical attention.

Serious side effects are not likely to occur with the use of this medication. Rarely, an increase in the pressure inside of the eye, formation of cataracts, or perforation of the cornea have been reported. Talk to your doctor about any possible side effects.

More commonly, some eye burning, stinging, irritation, itching, redness, sensitivity to light, or blurred vision may occur. Continue to use loteprednol ophthalmic and talk to your doctor about any side effects that you experience.

What other drugs will affect loteprednol ophthalmic?

Do not use other eye drops or eye medications during treatment with loteprednol ophthalmic without first talking to your doctor.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with loteprednol ophthalmic. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist has additional information about loteprednol ophthalmic written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Loteprednol ophthalmic is available with a prescription under the brand name Lotemax in a 0.5% suspension. Other brand or generic formulations of this medication may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is unfamiliar to you.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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