Lot (Entod) Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicine called steroids. It is used for treatment of redness and swelling in the eyes caused by infection or allergy. It provides relief from redness, itchiness and soreness by preventing the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Never use Lot (Entod) Eye Drop if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time. Wash your hands before using it and shake the bottle well before each use. Make sure you remove contact lenses if you wear them and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back. Don’t stop using this medicine without asking your doctor.

The most common side effects of Lot (Entod) Eye Drop are burning sensation, irritation, or blur the vision temporarily. If your vision is blurred or you have other changes in sight for a time, don’t drive until your vision is clear.

Uses of Lot Eye Drop

Redness and swelling in the eye

Benefits of Lot Eye Drop

In Redness and swelling in the eye

Lot (Entod) Eye Drop 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.

Side effects of Lot Eye Drop

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

Common side effects of Lot

Eye irritation
Watery eyes
Burning sensation

How to use Lot Eye Drop

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

How Lot Eye Drop works

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

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lot (Entod) Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lot (Entod) Eye Drop is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
To reduce the amount of Lot (Entod) Eye Drop that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.

Driving

UNSAFE

Lot (Entod) Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Lot Eye Drop?

If you miss a dose of Lot (Entod) Eye Drop, 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.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Lot (Entod) Eye Drop to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye.
Do not use Lot (Entod) Eye Drop 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 Lot (Entod) Eye Drop suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Glucocorticoids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Glucocorticoids

Patient concerns

After a long drive or spending lot of time in outdoor makes my eye red and for an long time as i am a buisness consultant need to meet lot of clients thus redness in my eye makes me really uncomfortable and for the clients too.please help me with redness in eye

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Use e/d refresh tears thrice daily . Get ur vision test done also

Madras eye symptoms & treatment?

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Redness, swelling pain and wateringAntibiotics along with lubricant eye drops given

User feedback

Patients taking Lot (Entod) Eye Drop

Thrice A Day

27%

Twice A Day

27%

Once A Day

27%

Four Times A *

20%

*Four Times A Day

What are you using Lot Eye Drop for?

Others

67%

Allergic cond*

33%

*Allergic conditions

How much was the improvement?

Poor

50%

Excellent

50%

What were the side-effects while using Lot (Entod) Eye Drop?

No Side Effec*

100%

*No Side Effect

How do you take Lot Eye Drop?

With or witho*

100%

*With or without food

Please rate Lot (Entod) Eye Drop on price

Expensive

67%

Average

33%

FAQs

What is Lot (Entod) Eye Drop? What is it used for?

Lot (Entod) Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicines called steroids, also known as corticosteroids. It is used to relieve swelling, itchiness and redness of the eyes that may be caused due to infection.

Is Lot (Entod) Eye Drop effective?

Lot (Entod) Eye Drop is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Lot (Entod) Eye Drop too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

I feel better now, can I stop using Lot (Entod) Eye Drop?

No, you should not stop using Lot (Entod) Eye Drop suddenly without talking to your doctor. You may feel better and your symptoms may also improve before completing the full course of treatment. Still, it is advised to continue the medication as stopping the medication too early could allow the spread of the infection and hence, prevent complete healing.

In which conditions is the use of Lot (Entod) Eye Drop avoided?

Use of Lot (Entod) Eye Drop should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Lot (Entod) Eye Drop or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Lot (Entod) Eye Drop for the first time, consult your doctor.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Lot (Entod) Eye Drop?

Keep Lot (Entod) Eye Drop in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose off the unused medicine. Keep it away from children and other people to avoid any misuse.

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Address: Ashirwad building, S.V.Road, Opp. Badi Masjid, Bandra(W), Mumbai-400050, INDIA

Country of origin: India

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