Loteprednol (Ophthalmic Route)

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Loteprednol (Ophthalmic Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Alrex
  • Lotemax

Description

Loteprednol belongs to the group of medicines known as corticosteroids (cortisone-like medicines). It is used to treat inflammation (redness) of the eye, which may occur with certain eye problems or following eye surgery. This medicine is also used to temporarily treat the symptoms of the eye caused by a condition known as seasonal allergic conjunctivitis (seasonal eye allergy).

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

Before Using
DR600863 Portions of this document last updated: Nov. 1, 2011

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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