Key facts about Lotemax Eye Ointment
What is Lotemax Eye Ointment?
Lotemax Eye Ointment is the brand name for loteprednol etabonate and is available as an ophthalmic ointment.
What dosages is Lotemax Eye Ointment available in?
Lotemax Eye Ointment is available as a 0.5% ophthalmic ointment.
What is Lotemax Eye Ointment used for?
Lotemax Eye Ointment is a corticosteroid and is used for the following:
- Inflammation and pain after eye surgery
How does Lotemax Eye Ointment work?
Lotemax Eye Ointment is a steroid medication for your eyes. It helps block chemicals in the eye that cause inflammation, itching, and redness.
How do I take Lotemax Eye Ointment?
Lotemax Eye Ointment is dosed as follows:
- Apply a small amount (approximately ½ inch ribbon) into the conjunctival sac(s) four times daily beginning 24 hours after surgery and continuing throughout the first 2 weeks of the post-operative period
Is it safe for me to take Lotemax Eye Ointment?
Lotemax Eye Ointment is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication if you have viral diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva including epithelial herpes simplex keratitis (dendritic keratitis), vaccinia, and varicella, and also in mycobacterial infection of the eye and fungal diseases of ocular structures.
Lotemax Eye Ointment Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Lotemax Eye Ointment:
- Eye pain and redness
Lotemax Eye Ointment Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Lotemax Eye Ointment.
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Lotemax Eye Ointment
There are no major drug interactions listed for Lotemax Eye Ointment. However, always let your physician and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking.
Who makes Lotemax Eye Ointment?
Bausch Health
Is Lotemax Eye Ointment safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if Lotemax Eye Ointment can harm your unborn baby. Talk to your healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.













