Loteprednol

Therapeutic Group

Anti-inflammatory Agents, Corticosteroids

Indication Dosage

Post-operative Inflammation Of Eye: 

  • Adults: 1-2 Drops Four Times Daily Starting 24 hours after Surgery; Max Treatment Duration 2 Weeks.

Content

  • Eye Drop Loteprednol Etabonate 0.5%.

Pregnancy

Avoid Unless Essential

Stability

  • Corticosteroids

Contra Indications

  • Viral, Mycobacterial, Fungal, Amoebic Or Purulent Infections Of Cornea And Conjunctiva, Undiagnosed Reddening Of Eye, Hypersensitivity To Other Corticosteroids.

Precautions

  • Viral, Mycobacterial, Fungal, Amoebic Or Purulent Infections Of Cornea And Conjunctiva, Undiagnosed Reddening Of Eye, Hypersensitivity To Other Corticosteroids.

Lactation

  • Avoid Unless Essential

Side Effects

  • Itching
  • Dry Eye
  • Foreign Body Sensation
  • Epiphora
  • Corneal Defect
  • Conjunctival Hyperaemia
  • Instillation Site Burning
  • Headache