Loteprednol (Ophthalmic Route)


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Loteprednol (Ophthalmic Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Alrex
  • Lotemax

Description

Loteprednol is used to treat eye pain, redness, and swelling caused by certain eye problems or eye surgery. It is also used to temporarily treat itching of the eye caused by a condition known as seasonal allergic conjunctivitis. This medicine belongs to the group of medicines known as corticosteroids (steroids or cortisone-like medicines).

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Gel/Jelly
  • Suspension
  • Ointment
Before Using
DR600863 Portions of this document last updated: Nov. 1, 2012

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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