Lotegate Eye Drops 5 ml

Lotegate Eye Drops 5 ml

Ajanta Pharma
Uses of Lotegate Eye Drops 5 ml:
Redness and swelling in the eye
Composition of Lotegate Eye Drops 5 ml:
Gatifloxacin Topical 3mg + Loteprednol etabonate 5mg
MRP: 217 Inclusive of all Taxes
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Description
Post-operative eye pain and inflammation

Uses

Gatifloxacin Topical is generally used in treatment of the treatment of bacterial infections.
Loteprednol etabonate is generally used in treatment for redness and swelling in the eye. Used in treatement of and prevents redness & swelling (inflammation) following eye surgery.

Side effects

  • Application site pain
  • Burning sensation
  • Ear infection
  • Eye irritation
  • Headache
  • Watery eyes

How to use

Loteprednol etabonate is meant for external use only.Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. For directions before use, please check the label. Hold the dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.

How it works

Gatifloxacin Topical is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria that cause infections by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing.
Loteprednol etabonate is a steroid. It blocks the production of some chemical messengers that cause inflammation, redness, swlling & other allergies in the body thereby improving the condition.
Q. Does Gatifloxacin Topical contain sulfa?
Gatifloxacin Topical does not contain sulfa. It is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic

Q. Is Gatifloxacin Topical the same as Zymaxid?
Zymaxid is the brand name for gatifloxacin eye solution

Q. Is Gatifloxacin Topical the same as ofloxacin?
Both gatifloxacin and ofloxacin are fluoroquinolone antibiotics and have the same mechanism of killing bacteria. Ofloxacin topical is used to treat eye and ear infections, whereas gatifloxacin is used in the form of eye/ear drops for the treatment of eye and ear infections only. They are also different with respect to the side-effects they cause

Q. Is Gatifloxacin Topical banned in India?
Gatifloxacin is banned in India for oral/injectable use in humans, however its use as eye/ear drops is not banned.

Q. What is Loteprednol etabonate/Loteprednol etabonate etabonate?
Loteprednol etabonate is a corticosteroid available as an eye drop that reduces inflammation of superficial structures of the eye.
  • Your doctor has prescribed Gatifloxacin Topical to cure your infection and improve symptoms.Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Your doctor has prescribed Loteprednol etabonate to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye. Do not use Loteprednol etabonate 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.Loteprednol etabonate is used to treat a variety of conditions that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.Don't use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.Loteprednol etabonate can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking Loteprednol etabonate. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.Do not stop taking Loteprednol etabonate suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.

Product Details

SKU: PC-40488
Product Description: Lotegate Eye Drops 5 ml is manufactured by Ajanta Pharma
Packing: Piece
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
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