Lotepred 0.5% (Ophthalmic Gel)

5 gm tube: ৳ 220.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Loteprednol etabonate
Company Aristopharma ltd
Also available as
Lotepred 05 suspension Lotepred ds 1 suspension

Title

Loteprednol Etabonate Ophthalmic Suspension

Categories

  • Ophthalmic Medicine
  • Eye Care
  • Steroid Responsive Inflammatory Conditions

Description

Loteprednol Etabonate Ophthalmic Suspension is indicated for the treatment of steroid responsive inflammatory conditions of the palpebral and bulbar conjunctiva, cornea, and anterior segment of the eyeball, such as allergic conjunctivitis, acne rosacea, superficial punctate keratitis, herpes zoster keratitis, iritis, and cyclitis. It is also effective in post-operative inflammation and pain following ocular surgery. The suspension contains 0.5% or 1% of Loteprednol Etabonate, depending on the specific formulation.

Dimensions

N/A

Color Options

  • Clear

Functions

  • Inhibition of inflammatory response
  • Relief of post-operative inflammation and pain

Materials

  • Loteprednol Etabonate

Technical Specifications

  • Concentration:
    • 0.5%
    • 1%
  • Dosage Forms:
    • Suspension
    • Ointment
    • Gel

Design Elements

  • Ophthalmic Suspension Bottle
  • Ophthalmic Ointment Tube
  • Ophthalmic Gel Dispenser

Usability Features

  • Dosage & Administration:
    • Appropriate instillation guidelines for different formulations
  • Interaction: No systemic impact on pharmacokinetics of other medicinal products
  • Contraindications:
    • Avoid use in viral diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva
    • Contraindicated in mycobacterial and fungal eye infections
    • Hypersensitivity to ingredients or other corticosteroids
  • Side Effects:
    • Possible elevated intraocular pressure
    • Potential posterior subcapsular cataract formation
    • Risk of secondary ocular infection
    • Ocular adverse reactions in 5%-15% of patients
  • Pregnancy & Lactation: Category C drug; caution advised during pregnancy and lactation
  • Precautions & Warnings:
    • Re-evaluation if no improvement after two days
    • Intraocular pressure monitoring for long-term use
    • Consideration of fungus invasion in persistent corneal ulceration
    • Advisory against wearing contact lenses during therapy
  • Storage Conditions: Protect from light and freezing; do not touch tube tip to any surface

Therapeutic Class

Ophthalmic Steroid Preparations

Related Brands