Lotezop 0.5% Eye Drop

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MRP: ₹ 159
Packing: 5.0 ml in 1 bottle
Salt Combination: Loteprednol etabonate (0.5% w/v)
Brand: Austrak Pvt Ltd
Uses: Redness and swelling in the eye

Description

Lotezop 0.5% Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicine called steroids
It is used for treatment of redness and swelling in the eyes caused by infection or allergy
It provides relief from redness, itchiness and soreness by preventing the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation
Never use Lotezop 0.5% Eye Drop if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time
Wash your hands before using it and shake the bottle well before each use
Make sure you remove contact lenses if you wear them and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back
Don’t stop using this medicine without asking your doctor.
The most common side effects of Lotezop 0.5% Eye Drop are burning sensation, irritation, or blur the vision temporarily
If your vision is blurred or you have other changes in sight for a time, don’t drive until your vision is clear.

Cautions

Liver:	No interaction found/established
Kidney:	No interaction found/established
Driving:	UNSAFE: Lotezop 0.5% Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Breast feeding:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Lotezop 0.5% Eye Drop is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.^To reduce the amount of Lotezop 0.5% Eye Drop that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Lotezop 0.5% Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	No interaction found/established
Drug Action:	Glucocorticoids
Therapeutic class:	OPHTHAL
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Glucocorticoids

Uses

Uses of Lotezop 0.5% Eye Drop

In Redness and swelling in the eye Lotezop 0.5% Eye Drop helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, swelling, itching and watering of eyes due to an infection or allergy
This medicine works by decreasing the production of certain chemicals that cause inflammation of the eyes
This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities
Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit
If you see no improvement even after a week, talk to your doctor.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Lotezop 0.5% Eye Drop, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule.

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