Lotel LS Gel
1 Bottle of 5 Ml.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Loteprednol (0.3%w/v) |
| Manufacturer: | Ajanta Pharma Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Lotel LS Gel is a steroid used to treat redness and swelling in the eyes caused by infection or allergy, providing relief from redness, itchiness, and soreness by preventing the release of substances that cause inflammation. Lotel LS Gel is a steroid used to treat redness and swelling in the eyes caused by infection or allergy. It is important to follow the instructions provided by your doctor and to use the medication as directed. Do not use Lotel LS Gel if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time. Wash your hands before using it. Make sure you remove contact lenses if you wear them and wait for at least 15 minutes after application before putting them back. You should not discontinue using the medicine unless your doctor tells you so. Stopping the medication before time may allow the bacteria to continue their growth which may result in return of the infection.
Lotel LS Gel is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen, and itchy.
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid.
- Your doctor has prescribed Lotel LS Gel to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye.
- Do not use Lotel LS Gel for more than the prescribed duration as it may cause glaucoma or secondary infection.
- Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface or to your eye to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
- If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
- Do not stop taking Lotel LS Gel suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Breastfeed
Lotel LS Gel is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. To reduce the amount of Lotel LS Gel that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.
Pregnancy
Lotel LS Gel may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.