Lot Eye Ointment

Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm belongs to the class of ophthalmic medication primarily used to treat Post-operative inflammation and pain following ocular surgery. Pain is an unpleasant and emotional experience associated with tissue damage. It allows the body to react and prevent further tissue damage. Pain can be short-term (acute) or long-term (chronic). Pain perception can differ from person to person, from tolerable to non-tolerable. Inflammation is your immune system's natural response to injury or infection.

Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm contains Loteprednol. It works by inhibiting the release of certain natural substances that cause swelling, itching, and pain. As a result, inflammation and pain are reduced after using Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm.

Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm is for external use only. Before using it, break the seal and wash your hands to avoid any infection or contamination. If you wear contact lenses or are wearing them, remove them before using Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm. You may experience watery eyes, irritation in the eyes, and eye itching, in some cases. Most of these side effects of Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Put Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm only if the doctor prescribes you. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. You should not stop taking Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm abruptly as it may worsen your symptoms. Do not take Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm if you are allergic to corticosteroids or any ingredient of Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm. Also, do not put more than the prescribed dose of Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm as it may cause glaucoma or optic nerve damage. Do not take any other eye medication with Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm, without consulting your doctor. Use of Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm after cataract surgery is known to slow the surgery's healing process, so it is given in a very minimum dose. If you have or ever had glaucoma (increased eye pressure), herpes simplex infection, any other eye problem, are pregnant or breastfeeding, do not take the Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm until prescribed by your doctor.

Uses of Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm

Treatment of Post-operative inflammation and pain following ocular surgery

Directions for Use

Wash your hands before and after use. Shake the bottle well before each use. Instil the eye drops by pulling down the lower eyelid to form a pocket between eyelid and eye. Do not touch the tip of the dropper as it may contaminate the solution.

Medicinal Benefits

Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm is an ophthalmic medicine that is primarily used to alleviate post-operative inflammation and discomfort following eye surgery. Loteprednol is present in Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm. It is a corticosteroid that acts by preventing the brain's prostaglandins (chemical messengers) from causing inflammation and swelling. As a result of employing Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm, inflammation and pain are minimised.

How Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm Works

Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm contains Loteprednol. It works by inhibiting the release of certain natural substances that cause swelling, itching, and pain. As a result, inflammation and pain are reduced after using Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm

• Watery eyes
• Irritation in the eyes
• Eye itching
• Foreign body sensation

What if I have taken an overdose of Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm

Do not use Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm in more doses or more often than prescribed. If you have any unusual signs or symptoms, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to corticosteroids or any of the ingredients of Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm, what other prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Please do not stop taking Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm suddenly, as it might worsen your symptoms. Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm is prescribed to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye. Please do not take more than the prescribed dose of Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm as it may cause glaucoma or infection. To avoid any contamination, avoid touching the tip of the dropper. Do not put to eye medication simultaneously; wait for at least 5-10 minutes before putting in the second medication. Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm is used to treat inflammation, allergies, other medical problems that cause inflammation, or if the immune system's suppression is needed. If you have or ever had glaucoma (increased eye pressure), herpes simplex infection, any other eye problem, are pregnant or breastfeeding, do not take Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm until prescribed by your doctor. Prolonged use of corticosteroids may result in glaucoma with damage to the optic nerve, defects in visual acuity, and fields of vision. If this product is used for 10 days or longer, intraocular pressure (IOP) should be monitored.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

• Avoid alcoholic beverages with Lot Eye Ointment 5 gm as they can make you dehydrated and affect the eye pressure.
• Visit an optician regularly to monitor your eye pressure.
• A diet including green and leafy vegetables and fruits helps lower eye pressure and quickly recover pain.
• Regular moderate exercise and appropriate rest are important for illness and speedy recovery.
• Fruits and vegetables, which contain Vitamin A and C, help improve vision and recovery from the surgery as it also helps boost your immunity.