Lotemax Eye Drops: Medication for Treating Eye Inflammation

Action Mechanism

A corticosteroid, loteprednoletabonate, present in Lotemax constrain the inflammatory reaction to various causative agents and prevent the edema, capillary dilation, leukocyte migration, fibroblast proliferation, fibrin deposition, capillary proliferation, collagen, deposition and scar formation that are mainly associated with inflammation. In addition to it, Lotemax eye drops are supposed to inhibit the production of prostaglandins through various mechanisms.

Dosage

• Shake the bottle of Lotemax eye drops properly before using it.
• Before instilling the eyes drops into eyes, wash your hands properly.
• Do not touch the tip of the eye dropper to the eyes or to any surface to avoid contamination.
• Place the dropper directly over your eye and instill a drop of Lotemax into the pouch. Look down and keep your eyes closed for one to two minutes.
• Use these eye drops regularly to obtain the most benefit from it.

Precautions

• Do not stop using Lotemax unless advised by your doctor.
• Avoid using contact lenses while using this drug product.
• Avoid using these eye drops if it gets contaminated (if a color change or particulate matter is observed).
• Do not use Lotemax eye drops frequently or longer time than recommended by your physician as may increase your risk of side effects.
• This medication is not recommended for use in individuals below 18 years of age.
• Discuss the risks and benefits of these eye drops with your physician before its use during breastfeeding and pregnancy.

Side Effects

The most commonly experienced side effect of Lotemax include:

• Blurred vision
• Discharge from eyes
• Redness or swelling of eyes
• Increased sensitivity of the eyes to sunlight
• Eye discomfort
• Itching eyes
• Dry eyes

The above side effects are mild and temporary and these do not last for a long duration. However, if they worsen or persist for a long time, immediately inform your physician. Continued use of Lotemax for extended periods or in larger doses can produce serious eye problems like high pressure inside the eyes and cataracts. Contact your physician right away if any of these rare but serious side effects like vision problems, eye pain occur.