Loteprednol is used to relieve inflammation of the eye.
This medicine may also be used to treat inflammation of the eye after surgery.
Loteprednol may be used to treat other conditions as decided by your doctor.
Use Loteprednol exactly as directed by your doctor or according to the instructions on the label. Do not use more or less than instructed by your doctor.
This medicine is available as an eye drop suspension, gel, or as an eye ointment.
If you are using the eye drop suspension or gel, follow these steps:
- Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before using the eye drops.
- Shake the eye drop suspension bottle well or invert the eye drop gel bottle and shake once before using.
- Tilt your head slightly backwards. With the index finger, pull the lower eyelid away from the eye to form a pouch. Look upward and instil the required number of drops inside the lower eyelid.
- Close your eye and do not blink for the next few seconds.
- Wipe any excess liquid from your face with a clean tissue.
- Replace and tighten the cap of the bottle.
If you are using the eye ointment, follow these steps:
- Wash and dry your hands before applying the ointment.
- With your index finger, pull the lower eyelid down the eye to form a pouch.
- Hold the tube with your other hand and place it as near to your eyelid as possible without touching it. Squeeze a thin strip of ointment into the pouch.
- Gently close your eyes and keep them closed for 1-2 minutes.
- Wipe any excess ointment from the eyelids and lashes with a clean tissue. With another clean tissue, wipe the tip of the tube clean.
- Replace and tighten the cap of the tube.
- Wash your hands to remove any medication.
Do not allow the tip of the dropper/tube of this medicine to touch your eyes, eyelids, or any other surface. Recap the eye drop/tube immediately after use. If the eye drop/tube becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in your eyes.
If you have been given any other eye drops or medicines to be used together with Loteprednol, wait for at least 5 minutes before using the other medicine.
Do not share your eye drops or ointment with anyone else.
Some brands of Loteprednol contain benzalkonium chloride as a preservative. This may discolour soft contact lenses and cause eye irritation. If you are wearing contact lenses, you should remove them before using this medicine. Wait for at least 15 minutes before reinserting your lenses.
The dose of this medicine will be decided by your doctor. Your doctor will advise you on the treatment timeframe depending on the type and severity of your condition and your response to the medication.
Do not stop using Loteprednol suddenly as it may worsen your condition. Your doctor will gradually reduce the dose before stopping it completely. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully.
Instil or apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your normal dosing schedule.
DO NOT double a dose to make up for a missed dose.
If you often forget to instil your medicine, let your doctor and pharmacist know.
Alert your doctor if you have an active eye infection caused by viruses, fungi, or bacteria as Loteprednol may not be suitable for you.
Inform your doctor if you have the following conditions:
- glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye)
- history of herpes simplex infection (viral infection) in the eye
Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
For as long as you are using Loteprednol, you may need to have your eyes checked regularly. Your doctor will advise you about how often you need to have this test.
Loteprednol may cause any of the following side effects: headache, dry eyes, blurred vision, eye pain and irritation, sensitivity of the eyes to light, swelling and redness of the eye.
If you develop a change in eyesight, increased eye pain, or severe eye irritation, inform your doctor immediately. These could be signs of serious side effects or complications.
Inform your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe, or if you experience other side effects.
Inform your doctor and pharmacist if you are using any medicines to treat an increased pressure in the eye.
Always notify your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including herbal tonics such as traditional Chinese medicines, supplements and medicines that you buy without a prescription.
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children.
Do not freeze the eye drop suspension.
Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
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