Loteprednol (Ophthalmic)
Brand Names : Alrex, Lotemax
Category- Corticosteroid, ophthalmic
- anti-inflammatory, steroidal, ophthalmic
DescriptionLoteprednol (loe-te-PRED-nol) belongs to the group of medicines known as corticosteroids
(cortisone-like medicines). It is used to treat inflammation (redness) of
the eye, which may occur with certain eye problems or following eye surgery.
This medicine is also used to temporarily treat the symptoms of the eye caused
by a condition known as seasonal allergic conjunctivitis (seasonal eye allergy).
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the
following dosage form:
Ophthalmic
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Eye drops (U.S.)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
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