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Loteprednol + Gatifloxacin eye prep
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| Brand | Company | Form | Price/unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotepro G0.5%+0.3% | Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | Eye Drop | ৳ 250 |
| Lotenol G0.5%+0.3% | Popular Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | Eye Drop | ৳ 290 |
| Zypred0.5%+0.3% | Aristopharma Limited | Ophthalmic Solution | ৳ 290 |
At a glance
Loteprednol + Gatifloxacin eye prep — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.
Description
Loteprednol + Gatifloxacin eye prep is a combination medicine used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections. It works by killing microorganisms that cause the infection. It also blocks the release of certain chemical messengers that make eye red, swollen, and itchy. Loteprednol + Gatifloxacin eye prep should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. You must wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water to avoid contamination. Never use this medicine if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time. Wash your hands before using it. Follow the instructions given by your doctor and use it in the dose and duration suggested by the doctor. Please consult your doctor if your symptoms do not get better. The most common side effects of this medicine include eye irritation, watery eyes, and burning sensation. Make sure you remove contact lenses if you wear them and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back. Do not use the medicine if you are pregnant or trying to become pregnant, or if you are breastfeeding. Loteprednol + Gatifloxacin eye prep is a combination of two medicines: Gatifloxacin and Loteprednol etabonate. Gatifloxacin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria in the eye by preventing them from reproducing and repairing themselves. This treats your infection. Loteprednol etabonate is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red swollen and itchy.
Indications
• Bacterial eye infections
Mechanism of action
Loteprednol + Gatifloxacin eye prep is a combination of two medicines: Gatifloxacin and Loteprednol etabonate. Gatifloxacin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria in the eye by preventing them from reproducing and repairing themselves. This treats your infection. Loteprednol etabonate is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red swollen and itchy.
Administration
This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.
Side effects
Common: • Eye irritation • Burning sensation • Watery eyes
Precautions & warnings
[UNSAFE] Loteprednol + Gatifloxacin eye prep may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. The most common side effects that can occur when taking Loteprednol + Gatifloxacin eye prep are usually mild nausea, vomiting, stomach ache, diarrhea, dizziness, and headache.This may affect your ability to drive.
Food interactions
No interaction found/established
Use in pregnancy
[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Loteprednol + Gatifloxacin eye prep 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.
Use in lactation
[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Loteprednol + Gatifloxacin eye prep is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. Loteprednol + Gatifloxacin eye prep may cause diarrhea or rash in the baby
Renal / hepatic impairment
No interaction found/established No interaction found/established
Common questions
Swelling on right eye since morning. Eye drop zymer 2 drop both eye three time ( every 8 hour ) for 2-3 days In new born babys (11 days)left side eye tears and waste products r coming is there any problm Ur baby might have eye infection. You can try eye drop tobramycin 1 drop in affected eye 4 times a day for two days. My Eyes Are Getting Dry Very Fast While I Am Working Late In Front Of My Computer. I Had Lasik Surgery A Year Back. Can You Refer Me Some Good Eye Drops Eye drop optive three times The power of my eyes are in report. I checked up my eyes before 15 - 16 months. now suddenly water used to come from eyes. what should I do? use refresh tears eye drop Dryness of eyes is the main problem.Is it due to air-conditioning office ? Please suggest suitable medicine. Use refresh tears eye drop I have -5.5 number kindly suggest eye drop to down my number No eye drop will work Continuous Irritation in left eye corner since last 2 days. Use eye drop refresh tears four times a dayMeanwhile visit eye surgeon My eyes feel tired whenever I wake up and tend to sore with pain in the mornings Get ur eye examination by doc. . Use refresh tears eye drop three times also