Lotemax Ophthalmic Ointment
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Lotemax Ophthalmic Ointment
LOTEMAX
(loteprednol etabonate) Ophthalmic Ointment
DRUG DESCRIPTION
LOTEMAX (loteprednol etabonate ophthalmic ointment) 0.5% is a sterile, topical corticosteroid for ophthalmic use. Loteprednol etabonate is a white to off-white powder.
Loteprednol etabonate is represented by the following structural formula:
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Chemical Name: chloromethyl 17α-[(ethoxycarbonyl)oxy]11β-hydroxy-3-oxoandrosta-1,4-diene-17βcarboxylate
Each gram contains
ACTIVE: Loteprednol Etabonate 5 mg (0.5%);
INACTIVES: Mineral Oil and White Petrolatum.
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 include:
- minor burning when using the eye...
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Last reviewed on RxList: 6/10/2011
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
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