Lotemax 0.5% Eye Drop - 5ml

Lotemax 0.5% Eye Drop - 5ml

Category: Drug Info

Specifications
Details

Manufacturer
Bausch & Lomb Incorporated

Registraction Number ​​​​​

MAL20046083AZ


 

Content

  • Active Ingredient: Each millilitre contains 5 mg of loteprednol etabonate (0.5%).
  • Excipient with Known Effect: Contains 0.01% benzalkonium chloride as a preservative.
  • Appearance: Milky-white, sterile eye drop suspension.


Indications

  • Primary Use: Treatment of post-operative inflammation following ocular surgery.
  • Contraindications: Not to be used in patients with eye diseases caused by viruses (e.g., herpes simplex), mycobacteria, fungi, or untreated purulent infections.
  • Paediatric Use: Not recommended for use in children and adolescents until further data become available.


Instructions

  • Dosage: Instill 1 to 2 drops into the affected eye(s) four times daily, starting 24 hours after surgery. Continue throughout the post-operative period, not exceeding 2 weeks.
  • Administration: Shake the bottle vigorously before use. Avoid touching the dropper tip to any surface to prevent contamination.
  • Contact Lenses: Remove contact lenses prior to application and wait at least 15 minutes before reinsertion.
  • Monitoring: If symptoms do not improve within 2 days, consult your doctor. Prolonged use may require monitoring of intraocular pressure.

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