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Lotel Ls 0.2% Eye Drop

Manufacturer :  Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Loteprednol
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Lotel Ls 0.2% Eye Drop

Lotel Ls 0.2% Eye Drop is a corticosteroid. It provides temporary relief to eye disorders such as swelling, redness and inflammations. It is given topically as an ophthalmic solution. It is also used to treat seasonal allergic rhinitis with the help of a nasal spray variant. It is also available in gel and ointment form.

On using Lotel Ls 0.2% Eye Drop you may experience side effects such as redness, swelling, eye sensitivity, dry eyes, headache and itchiness. In certain severe cases you may suffer from blindness and nausea. If reactions persist or worsen over time notify your physician immediately.

Before using Lotel Ls 0.2% Eye Drop discuss with your doctor if you have the following conditions: If you are allergic to any of the ingredients contained within Lotel Ls 0.2% Eye Drop, if you have any bacterial or viral infection of the eye, if you are taking any prescription or non-prescription drugs, you have any allergies to foods, medicines or substances, if you are pregnant/planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding a baby.

Use Lotel Ls 0.2% Eye Drop as prescribed by your doctor. The usual dosage in adults is about 5 mg, one or two drops taken around four times a day.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Lotel Ls 0.2% Eye Drop

    • Bacterial Infections

    • Tuberculosis

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Lotel Ls 0.2% Eye Drop ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Lotel Ls 0.2% Eye Drop

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      No interaction found

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Emfozen lp 0.5%/0.5% eye drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Patient should wait until the vision clears before driving or using machines.
      Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Lotel Ls 0.2% Eye Drop ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Lotel Ls 0.2% Eye Drop , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medicine behaves as an ophthalmic drug that belongs to the class of corticosteroids. It is used for its anti-inflammatory properties for treating eye problems arising due to injury or surgery. It can also be used after surgery to relieve symptoms like swelling, itching and redness.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

      References

      • Loteprednol Etabonate-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 14 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/loteprednol%20etabonate

      • Loteprednol Etabonate-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 14 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB14596

      • LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE drop,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 14 June 2022].Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=LOTEPREDNOL+ETABONATE

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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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