Lotepred 0.5% (Ophthalmic Suspension)
5 ml drop: ৳ 175.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Loteprednol etabonate |
| Company | Aristopharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Allergic conjunctivitis
- Acne rosacea
- Superficial punctate keratitis
- Herpes zoster keratitis
- Iritis
- Cyclitis
- Post-operative inflammation
Pharmacology
Inhibits inflammatory response, delays healing, controls biosynthesis of mediators of inflammation
Dosage & Administration
- Instill 1 drop into the conjunctival sac 4 times a day for ocular inflammation
- Instill 1 drop 2 times a day for inflammation after surgery
- Apply ointment 4 times daily after surgery
- Instill gel 4 times daily after surgery
Use in Children
Safety and effectiveness not established
Geriatric Use
No overall differences in safety and effectiveness observed
Interaction
Not expected to affect pharmacokinetics of systemically administered drugs
Contraindications
- Viral diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva
- Mycobacterial infection of the eye
- Known or suspected hypersensitivity to ingredients
- Other ophthalmic corticosteroids
Side Effects
- Elevated intraocular pressure
- Optic nerve damage
- Visual acuity and field defects
- Cataract formation
- Ocular infection
- Globe perforation
- Adverse ocular reactions
- Non-ocular adverse reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy Category C, caution during nursing
Precautions & Warnings
- Re-evaluate if no improvement after two days
- Monitor intraocular pressure if used for 10 days or longer
- Consider fungus invasion in persistent corneal ulceration
- Advise to consult a physician if symptoms worsen
- Avoid wearing contact lenses during therapy
Therapeutic Class
Ophthalmic Steroid preparations
Storage Conditions
Store below 30 degree C, protect from light, do not touch tube tip to any surface, use within one month after opening, protect from freezing