Lotepro 0.5% (Ophthalmic Suspension)

5 ml drop: ৳ 175.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Loteprednol etabonate
Company	Incepta pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as	Lotepro ds 1 suspension

Indications

Allergic conjunctivitis
Acne rosacea
Superficial punctate keratitis
Herpes zoster keratitis
Iritis
Cyclitis
Post-operative inflammation
Steroid responsive inflammatory conditions

Pharmacology

Corticosteroids inhibit the inflammatory response to various inciting agents and probably delay or slow healing.

Dosage & Administration

0.5% ophthalmic suspension:
- Instill 1 drop into the conjunctival sac of the eye(s) four times a day for ocular inflammation
- Instill 1 drop into the conjunctival sac of the operated eye(s) four times a day for inflammation after surgery
1% ophthalmic suspension:
- Instill 1 drop into the conjunctival sac of the eye(s) 2 times a day for ocular inflammation
- Instill 1 drop into the conjunctival sac of the operated eye(s) 2 times a day for inflammation after surgery
0.5% ophthalmic ointment: Apply a small amount into conjunctival sac(s) four times daily after surgery
Ophthalmic gel: Instill one to two drops into the conjunctival sac of the affected eye four times daily after surgery
Use in children: Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established
Geriatric Use: No overall differences in safety and effectiveness have been observed between elderly and younger patients

Interaction

Not expected to affect the pharmacokinetics of systemically administered medicinal products.

Contraindications

Viral diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva
Mycobacterial infection of the eye
Fungal diseases of ocular structures
Known or suspected hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients
Other corticosteroids

Side Effects

Elevated intraocular pressure
Visual acuity and field defects
Cataract formation
Ocular infection
Perforation of the globe
Abnormal vision/blurring
Burning on instillation
Dry eyes
Photophobia
Headache
Rhinitis
Pharyngitis

Pregnancy & Lactation

Pregnancy Category C. Reproductive toxicity observed in animal studies. Caution should be exercised when administered to a nursing woman.

Precautions & Warnings

Re-evaluate if signs and symptoms fail to improve after two days
Monitor intraocular pressure if used for 10 days or longer
Consider fungus invasion in any persistent corneal ulceration
Advise consulting a physician if redness or itching worsens
Patients should not wear contact lenses during therapy

Therapeutic Class

Ophthalmic Steroid preparations

Storage Conditions

Store below 30 degree C in a dry place protected from light. Do not touch tube tip to any surface. Use within one month after first opening. Protect from freezing.