Lotel Gel 5ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Loteprednol 0.5 %
Manufacturer
Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTIONLOTEL contains Loteprednol which belongs to the group of medicines called Corticosteroids. It is used to manage post-operative inflammation and pain following eye surgery Before using LOTEL inform your doctor if you have glaucoma, any eye infection or recently had a cataract surgery. LOTEL should be used with caution in pregnant women only if advised by the doctor. LOTEL should be used with caution among breast feeding mothers. LOTEL should be used with caution in children (from birth to 11 years of age) and in elderly patients. Your doctor may advise you to avoid contact lenses and monitor the pressure in
Uses
OF LOTEL Manages post-operative inflammation and pain after eye surgery
How It Works
LOTEL reduces inflammation in the eye by inhibiting the inflammatory response (called prostaglandins) and various processes associated with inflammation and it probably delays or slows healing.
Directions for Use
Use LOTEL as advised by your doctor. It is for ophthalmic use only. Before using, wash your hands properly. Invert closed container and shake once to fill tip before instilling the medicine. Apply one to two drops of LOTEL into the conjunctival sac of the affected eye for the time and duration specified by your doctor (preferably four times daily starting the day after surgery and continuing throughout the first 2 weeks of the post-operative period). Your doctor will decide the correct dose and time interval for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of the condition.
Side Effects
LOTEL are inflammation in the anterior chamber of the eye, eye pain and foreign body sensation in the eye. Consult your doctor if any of the symptoms bothers you. USES OF LOTEL Manages post-operative inflammation and pain after eye surgery HOW LOTEL WORKSLOTEL reduces inflammation in the eye by inhibiting the inflammatory response (called prostaglandins) and various processes associated with inflammation and it probably delays or slows healing. DIRECTIONS FOR USEUse LOTEL as advised by your doctor. It is for ophthalmic use only. Before using, wash your hands properly. Invert closed container and shake once to fill tip before instilling the medicine. Apply one to two drops of LOTEL into the conjunctival sac of the affected eye for the time and duration specified by your doctor (preferably four times daily starting the day after surgery and continuing throughout the first 2 weeks of the post-operative period). Your doctor will decide the correct dose and time interval for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of the condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF LOTELCOMMON inflammation in the anterior chamber of the eye eye pain foreign body sensation
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYLOTEL should be used with caution in pregnant women only if considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before using it. BREASTFEEDINGLOTEL should be used with caution in breast feeding women. Consult your doctor before using it. ALLERGYTalk to your doctor if you are allergic to Loteprednol or any other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSLOTEL is not recommended for use if you: have viral disease of the cornea and conjunctiva such as herpes simplex keratitis (infection of the cornea) have vaccinia and varicella have mycobacterial infection of the eye have fungal disease of the ocular structures Before using LOTEL, inform your doctor if you: have glaucoma (progressive condition causing damage to the optic nerve of the eyes due to increased pressure inside the eyes leading to blindness have history of viral eye infection caused by herpes simplex diseases causing thinning of the cornea or sclera Use in paediatrics: LOTEL should be used with caution in children (from birth to 11 years of age). Consult your child’s doctor for advice. Use in geriatrics: LOTEL should be used with caution in elderly patients. Consult your doctor before using it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before using LOTEL, inform your doctor if you are taking, have taken or might take any other medicine including prescription, non-prescription or any herbal medicines. Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally use too much of LOTEL, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Loteprednol Pharmacological Category : Corticosteroids Therapeutic Indication : Pain and inflammation following eye surgery Dosage Forms : Ophthalmic Gel, Eye drops, Ophthalmic Suspension MORE INFORMATION Keep LOTEL out of reach of children Store upright at 15º to 25º C