Lotel Eye Ointment

Composition of Lotel Eye Ointment

Lotel Eye Ointment contains Loteprednol etabonate (5mg).

Uses of Lotel Eye Ointment

Redness and swelling in the eye

Key benefits

• In Redness and swelling in the eye Lotel Eye Ointment helps relieve symptoms such as pain
• redness
• swelling
• itching and watering of eyes due to an infection or allergy. This medicine works by decreasing the production of certain chemicals that cause inflammation of the eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. If you see no improvement even after a week
• talk to your doctor.

How Lotel Eye Ointment works

Lotel Eye Ointment is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy.

How to take Lotel Eye Ointment

This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Lotel Eye Ointment, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule.

If you take too much

Taking more Lotel than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Lotel Eye Ointment

Most side effects of Lotel are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Lotel Eye Ointment

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take, including over-the-counter products, vitamins and herbal or ayurvedic preparations, before starting Lotel. Some combinations can change how Lotel works or raise the chance of side effects.

How to store Lotel Eye Ointment

Store Lotel below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the pack tightly closed and out of the reach of children. Do not use it after the expiry date printed on the pack.

Expert advice for Lotel Eye Ointment

Your doctor has prescribed Lotel Eye Ointment to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye. Do not use Lotel Eye Ointment for more than the prescribed duration as it may cause glaucoma or secondary infection. Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops. Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop. Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution. Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer. If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in. Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle. Do not stop taking Lotel Eye Ointment suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

AJANTA PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

OPHTHAL

Chemical class:

Steroid esters