Lotriday Eye Drop

Lotriday Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicine called steroids. It is used for treatment of redness and swelling in the eyes caused by infection or allergy. It provides relief from redness, itchiness and soreness by preventing the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Never use Lotriday Eye Drop 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.

It may cause eye irritation, burning sensation, and watery eyes. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. It may also blurred your vision or cause other changes in sight for a short time, do not drive or operate other machines until your vision is clear. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should consult with your doctor before using this medicine.

• Redness and swelling in the eye

Redness and swelling in the eye
Lotriday Eye Drop helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, swelling, itching and watering of eyes due to an infection or allergy. This medicine works by decreasing the production of certain chemicals that cause inflammation of the eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. If you see no improvement even after a week, talk to your doctor.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Lotesurge

• Eye irritation
• Watery eyes
• Burning sensation

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 dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

Lotriday Eye Drop is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy.

• Your doctor has prescribed Lotriday Eye Drop to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye.

• Do not use Lotriday Eye Drop 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 Lotriday Eye Drop suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.

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