Lotepred Forte 0.5% drops

Primary Uses

Eye inflammation

Indications

This medicine is indicated in infected inflammatory conditions.

Side Effects

Patients using this medication may at times experience discomfort, itching, and dryness of eye. If you experience any of these symptoms for a long period of time, consult your doctor immediately.

Contraindications

This medicine should not be used in patients with viral, mycobacterial, fungal infections, and those with undiagnosed red eye.

FAQS

What does this medicine treat?

It is used in the treatment of eye inflammations.

Does it affect one’s vision?

Loss of clear vision and watery eyes usually follows the application-a temporary symptom that goes off within next 30 minutes.

What happens if the drops are used for longer time than prescribed?

You are strictly advised to use the drops as per your physician’s instructions, extended use results in secondary infections.

What happens if drops are used for lesser time than prescribed?

This makes the bacteria resistant against the medicine and difficult to remove from body.

Is it safe to apply the drops while wearing the contact lenses?

You are advised to remove the lenses during the application and wear them after an interval of at least 15 minutes.

To what extent of eye does loteprednol’s effect shows?

This medicine is used to combat bacterial infection and inflammation limited to only superficial layers of eye.