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Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml, Pack of 1 Drops
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Prescription drug

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LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE-0.2%W/V
OPHTHALMIC
Not Returnable
Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No. 28 Sundar Industrial Estate,N.T.Y Layout Mysore Road , Bangalore - 560026, India
Other Info - LOR0617

FAQs

Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml works by blocking prostaglandins (a chemical messenger) in the brain that cause inflammation and swelling. As a result, Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml reduces inflammation and pain.
Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take more than the recommended dose, it might cause unwanted side effects like increased eye pressure, fungal infection, optic nerve damage, vision problems or cataracts. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor.
Do not stop taking Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml without talking to your doctor. Continue using Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml for as long as it has been advised by the doctor to treat your condition effectively. If you experience any difficulty while using Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml, consult your doctor.
Avoid wearing contact lenses while using Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml. if you are wearing contact lens, remove them and wear them 15minutes after the installation of the drops. However, wearing contact lens is not recommended post-cataract surgery. Your doctor may advise you to wear glasses as it helps the eyes to recover from the operative procedure.
Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml should be used with other eye medications only if prescribed by the doctor. If you are using any other eye medications, inform your doctor as anti-glaucoma agents may increase the effects of Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is unknown if alcohol affects Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml. Please consult your doctor for more information.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor as there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefit outweighs the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor before using Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml if you are a nursing mother.

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Driving

Caution

Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml can cause temporary blurry vision. So, do not drive or operate machinery until your vision is clear.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml in patients with liver problems.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml in patients with kidney problems.

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Children

Caution

Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. Please consult your doctor for more information.

Product Substitutes

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Lotechek Ls Eye Drops 5ml

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Lotedrop-LS Eye Drops 5 ml

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Reference

  1. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a619025.html
  2. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/loteprednol-ophthalmic.html
  3. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2012/202872lbl.pdf
  4. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK279298/

About Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml

Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml belongs to a class of medications called corticosteroids primarily used to treat post-operative inflammation and pain following ocular surgery. Pain is an unpleasant sensation and emotional experience that is associated with tissue damage. Inflammation is the immune system's natural response to injury or infection. Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml is prescribed to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye.

Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml contains Loteprednol etabonate. It is a corticosteroid that works by blocking prostaglandins (a chemical messenger) in the brain that cause inflammation and swelling. Thereby, Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml helps treat inflammation and pain. 

Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml is for ophthalmic use only. You are advised to use Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. In some cases, Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml may cause watery eyes, irritation, itching, and foreign body sensation in the eye. Most of these side effects of Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not take Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml if you are allergic to corticosteroids or any ingredient of Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml. Also, do not use more than the prescribed dose of Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml as it may cause glaucoma, fungal infections, and cataracts. Do not take any other eye medication with Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml, without consulting your doctor. If you have/had glaucoma (increased eye pressure), herpes simplex infection, any other eye problem, are pregnant or breastfeeding, do not take Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml unless prescribed by your doctor.

Uses of Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml

Post-operative inflammation and pain following ocular surgery.

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Medicinal Benefits

Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml contains Loteprednol etabonate. Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml is prescribed to treat eye inflammation and pain after eye surgery. It is a corticosteroid that works by blocking prostaglandins (a chemical messenger) in the brain that cause inflammation and swelling. As a result, inflammation and pain are reduced after using Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml.

Directions for Use

Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml is for ophthalmic use only. Eye drops: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.Eye gel/Ointment: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Squeeze a tiny amount of the medicine into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.

Side Effects of Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml

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

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to corticosteroids or any of the ingredients of Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml. Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml as it may cause glaucoma, vision problems, fungal infection or cataract. If you have or ever had glaucoma (increased eye pressure), herpes simplex infection, any other eye problem, are pregnant, do not take Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml unless prescribed by your doctor. Avoid using Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml if you are breastfeeding. Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml may cause temporary blurred vision, so drive only if your vision is clear.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • BROMFENAC
  • DICLOFENAC
  • FLURBIPROFEN
  • BIMATOPROST
  • LATANOPROST
  • RITONAVIR
  • COBICISTAT
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • SMALLPOX VACCINE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • To avoid any contamination, avoid touching the tip of the dropper.
  • If Lorinol Eye Drops 5ml is used for 10 days or longer, intraocular pressure (IOP) should be monitored.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Visit an optician regularly to monitor your eye condition.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acid containing food and drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.
  • Fruits and vegetables containing Vitamin A and C, help improve vision and recovery from the surgery.