About Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml
Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml is an ophthalmic (for eye use) medication, primarily used to treat and prevent bacterial eye infections. It is effectively used to treat eye inflammation caused by allergies, shingles, severe acne, iritis (inflammation of the coloured part of the eye (iris)), uveitis (inflammation of the middle layer of the eye (uvea)), eye injury, radiation, and chemical burns. A bacterial eye infection occurs when bacteria invade any part of the eyeball or its surrounding tissues, including the cornea (clear front surface of the eye) and the conjunctiva (thin membrane lining the outer eye and inner eyelids).
Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml contains two medicines, namely: Tobramycin (antibiotic) and Loteprednol (corticosteroid). Tobramycin belongs to a class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It inhibits bacteria growth by interfering with protein synthesis. It binds to the bacteria’s proteins, disrupting the cell membrane, and eventually leading to cell death. Loteprednol belongs to the class of corticosteroids. It blocks prostaglandins’ production (chemical messengers) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy.
Your doctor will advise on how often you take Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml based on your medical condition. Some common side effects of Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml include blurred vision, burning/stinging sensation in the eye, and eye discomfort. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time.
Please do not use Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml without consulting your doctor if you have any heart, liver and kidney diseases and allergic reactions to Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml and its components. Avoid touching the eye dropper with bare hands or taking it closer to the eyelids while administering drops since it contaminates the dropper tip and solution. Avoid driving or operating machines since the administration of Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml causes blurred vision for a while after using. If you are pregnant or a breastfeeding mother, please consult your doctor before using Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml.
Uses of Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml
Bacterial eye infections.
Medicinal Benefits
Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml treats and prevents bacterial eye infections and contains two medicines, namely: Tobramycin (antibiotic) and Loteprednol (corticosteroid). Tobramycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic that inhibits bacteria growth by interfering with protein synthesis. It binds to the bacteria’s proteins, disrupting the cell membrane, and eventually leading to cell death. Loteprednol, a corticosteroid, blocks prostaglandins’ production (chemical messengers) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy. Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml is used to prevent or treat only bacterial eye infections.
Directions for Use
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Side Effects of Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml
- Blurred vision
- Burning/stinging sensation of the eye
- Eye discomfort
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Before taking Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml, let your doctor know if have a history of eye problems (glaucoma and cataract), heart, liver or kidney diseases, and allergic reactions to Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml and its components. Therapy with ophthalmic corticosteroids should be administered cautiously in patients with a history of cataracts, glaucoma, or increased intraocular pressure (increased pressure inside the eye). It is advised to check with your doctor before using Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machines since the administration of Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision for a while.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml may interact with water pills (furosemide), drugs treating stomach ulcers (lansoprazole), and the smallpox vaccine.
Drug-Food Interaction: It is advised to avoid or limit the intake of alcohol.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Brief your doctor before starting the medicine if you have a medical history of eye problems (glaucoma and cataract), heart, liver and kidney diseases, and allergic reactions to Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml and its components. Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml is contraindicated in most viral diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
- FUROSEMIDE
- LANSOPRAZOLE
- SMALLPOX VACCINE
Safety Advice
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ALCOHOL
CAUTION
There is limited information on how alcohol consumption affects Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml. Please consult your doctor before starting.
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PREGNANCY
CAUTION
It is not known if Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml affects pregnancy and unborn baby. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml.
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BREAST FEEDING
CAUTION
Please consult your doctor before starting Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml if you are a lactating mother.
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DRIVING
CAUTION
Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml may cause side effects like blurry vision, affecting your driving ability. Do not drive or operate machinery in such cases. Drive only when you are alert and have clear vision.
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LIVER
CAUTION
Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml.
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KIDNEY
CAUTION
Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml.
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CHILDREN
CAUTION
Please consult your doctor if Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml is to be used in children. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor depending upon the condition of the children’s disease and age.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Take the medication as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals. Do not use other over the counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements without informing your pharmacist or doctor when you take Lotepred T Eye Drops 5 ml.
- Try to maintain good hygiene to keep your eyes clean and irritant-free.
- Do not rub your eyes even though some ophthalmic drugs make your eye itchy.
- Wash your hands thoroughly and do not touch the dropper before using drops to avoid contamination.
- Know your allergy triggers, such as pollen, dust and other factors.
Special Advise
- It is advised to reach out to your doctor if the bacterial infection symptoms persist or worsen after two treatment weeks.
- It is better to consult your ophthalmologist to rule out the possibilities of cataract, glaucoma or any damage to the optic nerves.
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