Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment
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Product introduction
Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment 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 Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment 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 Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment 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 Lotemed Eye Ointment
- Redness and swelling in the eye
Benefits of Lotemed Eye Ointment
In Redness and swelling in the eye
Lotemed 0.5% 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.
Side effects of Lotemed Eye Ointment
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 Lotemed
- Eye irritation
- Watery eyes
- Burning sensation
How to use Lotemed 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.
How Lotemed Eye Ointment works
Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment 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
Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment 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
Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment 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 Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment 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.
To reduce the amount of Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment 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
Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment 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 Lotemed Eye Ointment?
If you miss a dose of Lotemed 0.5% 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.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye.
- Do not use Lotemed 0.5% 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 Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Glucocorticoids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Glucocorticoids
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment? What is it used for?
Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment 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 Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment effective?
Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment 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 Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
I feel better now, can I stop using Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment?
No, you should not stop using Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment 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 Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment avoided?
Use of Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment for the first time, consult your doctor.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment?
Keep Lotemed 0.5% Eye Ointment 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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Country of origin: India
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