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PATIENT INFORMATION

This product is sterile when packaged. Patients should be advised not to allow the dropper tip to touch any surface, as this may contaminate the suspension. If pain develops, redness, itching or inflammation becomes aggravated, the patient should be advised to consult a physician. As with all ophthalmic preparations containing benzalkonium chloride, patients should be advised not to wear soft contact lenses when using LOTEMAX® (loteprednol etabonate ophthalmic suspension) .

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

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