Loteprednol (Eye Pre. ) Pharmacology

Loteprednol (Eye Pre. )

About Loteprednol (Eye Pre. )

Ophthalmic Glucocorticoid, An ophthalmic antiinflammatory agent.

Mechanism of Action of Loteprednol (Eye Pre. )

Loteprednol is a glucocorticoid. It is used to treat inflammation (redness) of the eye, which may occur with certain eye problems or following eye surgery.

Pharmacokinets of Loteprednol (Eye Pre. )

N/A

Onset of Action for Loteprednol (Eye Pre. )

N/A

Duration of Action for Loteprednol (Eye Pre. )

N/A

Half Life of Loteprednol (Eye Pre. )

N/A

Side Effects of Loteprednol (Eye Pre. )

1.Burning
2.Tearing
3.Blurred vision
4.Redness
5.Swelling of the eye
6.Headache
7.Itching
8.Runny nose
9.Sore throat
10.Pain

Contra-indications of Loteprednol (Eye Pre. )

1.Hypersensitivity to the drug

Special Precautions while taking Loteprednol (Eye Pre. )

Do not wear soft contact lenses

Pregnancy Related Information

N/A

Old Age Related Information

N/A

Breast Feeding Related Information

N/A

Children Related Information

N/A

Indications for Loteprednol (Eye Pre. )

1. For the treatment of post-operative inflammation following ocular surgery
2. Fungus, Herpes, Virus and Yeast infection of the eye

Interactions for Loteprednol (Eye Pre. )

N/A

Typical Dosage for Loteprednol (Eye Pre. )

Dose should be depend on the strength of the drop.
Adults :
Apply 1 - 2 drops into the conjunctival sac of the affected eye 4 times daily
For seasonal allergic conjunctivitis: Use 1 drop of the 0.2% eye suspension in the affected eye 4 times a day.
For inflammation after surgery: Use 1 - 2 drops of the 0.5% eye suspension in the affected eye 4 times a day beginning twenty-four hours after surgery and continuing throughout the first two weeks after surgery.

Schedule of Loteprednol (Eye Pre. )

N/A

Storage Requirements for Loteprednol (Eye Pre. )

Keep out of the reach of children. Do not freeze.

Effects of Missed Dosage of Loteprednol (Eye Pre. )

Apply the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Effects of Overdose of Loteprednol (Eye Pre. )

Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.

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