Active substance in Lotemax
Loteprednol etabonate, similar to corticosteroids, helps relieve inflammations.
Why use Lutamax drop?
Lutemax drop is used to treat:
Conjunctivitis.
Keratitis.
Iritis.
Relieve eye inflammation after surgical procedures.
The drop is generally used to treat corticosteroid-responsive ocular inflammations.
Lotemax dosage
The doctor shall determine the appropriate dose.
One or two drops are placed in the infected eye 4 times daily after surgery, which is continued for two weeks.
The dose used may vary depending on the type of eye inflammation.
Lotemax side effects
Lotemax may cause some side effects, such as:
High intraocular pressure.
Low visual acuity.
Cataract.
Secondary eye infection.
Dry eye.
Itching and burning sensations.
Blurred vision.
headache.
Rhinitis.
Sore throat.
Lotemax contraindications
Lutemax drop is not used in case of:
Allergy to any of the ingredients.
Viral infection in the eye.
Herpetic keratitis.
Fungal eye infection.
Mycobacterial infection.
pregnancy, where a drop of Lotemax contains substances harmful to embryos.
Lotemax precautions
Prolonged use of corticosteroids may result in glaucoma and damage to the optic nerve, decreased visual acuity, cataracts, or an increased risk of eye infection.
Lotemax is used carefully with glaucoma.
Used with extreme caution in case the patient has previously suffered herpes simplex.
A doctor should be consulted before using a Lotemax drop during the lactation period.