Generic for Lotemax for Inflammation - Drug Information

Generic Name - Loteprednol Etabonate

Category - Anti-inflammatory medication

Indications

Inflammation

Generic Lotemax is in a class of drugs called corticosteroids. Loteprednol (Generic Lotemax) inhibits processes in the body that cause inflammation (swelling). Generic Lotemax decreases swelling, redness, or inflammation of the eye which may occur following eye surgery or with other eye conditions.

Generic for Lotemax Contraindications and Drug Interactions

Generic Lotemax is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.

Generic Lotemax should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.

Certain eye diseases that cause the cornea to get thin
Fungal or yeast infection of the eye
Herpes or other viral infection of the eye

There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Lotemax. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are using any other medication for the same purpose.

Generic for Lotemax Dosage

The following information just highlights the general average dosage of Generic Lotemax,
The usual recommended dosage application of Generic Lotemax for eye Inflammation is one to two drops of Lotemax into the conjunctival sac of the operated eye(s) four times daily beginning 24 hours after surgery and continuing throughout the first 2 weeks of the post- operative period.

Generic for Lotemax Adverse Effects

Some of the most serious Generic Lotemax side Effects include blurred vision, or a change in vision, eye pain or discharge, eye infection and increased redness and swelling of the eyes

This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Lotemax.

Generic for Lotemax and Pregnancy

This means that it is not known whether Generic Lotemax will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not use this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.

Generic for Lotemax and Breastfeeding

It is not known whether Generic Lotemax passes into breast milk. Do not use this without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Generic for Lotemax and Pediatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Lotemax in pediatric patients have not been established.

Generic for Lotemax and Geriatric

In the absence of specific information on the relationship of age to the effects of Generic Lotemax in geriatric patients, do talk to your doctor and seek medical opinion.

Note

The above information about Generic Lotemax serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.