Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml 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.

Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml 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 Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml.

Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml 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 Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml. You may experience watery eyes, irritation in the eyes, and eye itching, in some cases. Most of these side effects of Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml 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 Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml only if the doctor prescribes you. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. You should not stop taking Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml abruptly as it may worsen your symptoms. Do not take Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml if you are allergic to corticosteroids or any ingredient of Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml. Also, do not put more than the prescribed dose of Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml as it may cause glaucoma or optic nerve damage. Do not take any other eye medication with Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml, without consulting your doctor. Use of Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml 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 Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml until prescribed by your doctor.

Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml is an ophthalmic medicine that is primarily used to alleviate post-operative inflammation and discomfort following eye surgery. Loteprednol is present in Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml. It is a corticosteroid that acts by preventing the brain's prostaglandins (chemical messengers) from causing inflammation and swelling. As a result of employing Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml, inflammation and pain are minimised.

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

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to corticosteroids or any of the ingredients of Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml, what other prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Please do not stop taking Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml suddenly, as it might worsen your symptoms. Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml is prescribed to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye. Please do not take more than the prescribed dose of Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml 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. Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml 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 Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml 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.

• Avoid alcoholic beverages with Lotefort LS 0.2% Ophthalmic Suspension 5 ml 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.