Loteprednol Etabonate Opht

In Depth

Generic Name: LOTEPREDNOL 0.2% SUSPENSION - OPHTHALMIC
Pronounced: (loe-te-PRED-nol)

Loteprednol Etabonate Opht Overdose

This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. If swallowing or overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US National Poison Hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.

Loteprednol Etabonate Opht Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

Loteprednol Etabonate Opht Notes

Do not share this medication with others.

Avoid substances such as pollen and other irritants that may trigger an allergic reaction. Applying cold compresses over the eyes and using lubricating eye drops may also help reduce allergic eye symptoms.

This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only. Do not use it later for another eye condition unless told to do so by your doctor. A different medication may be necessary in that case.

With prolonged use, laboratory and/or medical tests (such as eye exams, measurement of the pressure inside the eyes) may be performed periodically to check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details.

Loteprednol Etabonate Opht Storage

Store at room temperature between 59-77 degrees F (15-25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not freeze. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep bottle upright and tightly closed when not in use. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.