Lotemax (Loteprednol Etabonate Ophthalmic Suspension) Drug Information: Description, User Reviews, Drug Side Effects, Interactions

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LOTEMAX®
(loteprednol etabonate) Ophthalmic Suspension 0.5%

STERILE OPHTHALMIC SUSPENSION

DRUG DESCRIPTION

LOTEMAX® (loteprednol etabonate ophthalmic suspension) contains a sterile, topical anti-inflammatory corticosteroid for ophthalmic use. Loteprednol etabonate is a white to off-white powder.

Loteprednol etabonate is represented by the following structural formula:

LOTEMAX® (loteprednol etabonate) Structural Formula Illustration

Chemical Name: chloromethyl 17α-[(ethoxycarbonyl)oxy]-11β-hydroxy-3-oxoandrosta-1,4-diene-17β-carboxylate

Each mL contains

ACTIVE: Loteprednol Etabonate 5 mg (0.5%);

INACTIVES: Edetate Disodium, Glycerin, Povidone, Purified Water and Tyloxapol. Hydrochloric Acid and/or Sodium Hydroxide may be added to adjust the pH to 5.5-5.6. The suspension is essentially isotonic with a tonicity of 250 to 310 mOsmol/kg.
PRESERVATIVE ADDED: Benzalkonium Chloride 0.01%.

What are the possible side effects of loteprednol ophthalmic (Alrex, Lotemax)?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using loteprednol and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

signs of a new eye infection such as swelling, redness, irritation, or drainage;
problems with your vision; or
severe pain, burning or stinging when using the eye drops.

Less serious side effects may...

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What are the precautions when taking loteprednol etabonate ophthalmic suspension (Lotemax)?

Before using loteprednol, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: eye infections, cataracts, glaucoma (open-angle type), severe nearsightedness (myopia), diabetes.

After you apply this drug, your vision may become temporarily blurred. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires clear vision until you are sure you can perform such activities safely.

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs,...

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Last reviewed on RxList: 5/6/2008
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.