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Lotemic T is indicated for:
Pharmacology
Corticosteroids are believed to work by inducing phospholipase A2 inhibitory proteins, known collectively as lipocortins. These proteins are thought to control the production of powerful inflammatory mediators such as prostaglandins and leukotrienes by blocking the release of their shared precursor, arachidonic acid, which is normally released from membrane phospholipids by phospholipase A2. The antibiotic component, Tobramycin, is included to act against susceptible organisms. In vitro studies have shown Tobramycin to be active against susceptible strains of Staphylococci, including S. aureus and S. epidermidis (both coagulase-positive and coagulase-negative), including penicillin-resistant strains; Streptococci, including some Group A beta-hemolytic species, some nonhemolytic species, and some Streptococcus pneumoniae; Pseudomonas aeruginosa; Escherichia coli; Klebsiella pneumoniae; Enterobacter aerogenes; Proteus mirabilis; Morganella morganii; most strains of Proteus vulgaris; Haemophilus influenzae and H. aegyptius; Moraxella lacunata; Acinetobacter calcoaceticus; and some Neisseria species.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Shake the bottle well before each use. Place one drop into the conjunctival sac (the pocket between the lower lid and the eye) of the affected eye or eyes every four to six hours. During the first 24 to 48 hours of treatment, the frequency may be increased to one drop every one to two hours.
Side Effects
Possible side effects include raised pressure inside the eye, burning or stinging when the drops are put in, vision problems, eye discharge, itching, abnormal tearing, sensitivity to light, deposits on the cornea, eye discomfort, eyelid problems, and other unspecified eye disorders. Headache, a side effect not affecting the eye, has also been reported.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Patients should be re-evaluated if their signs and symptoms do not improve after two days of treatment. Intraocular pressure should be monitored in anyone using Lotepin T for 10 days or longer. Where a steroid has been used or is still in use, fungal invasion must be considered in any corneal ulceration that persists. Patients should be advised to consult a physician if redness or itching worsens. Those who wear soft contact lenses and whose eyes are not red should wait at least ten minutes after instilling the product before inserting their lenses.
Contraindications
Like other steroid and anti-infective eye drop combinations, Loteprednol Etabonate & Tobramycin must not be used in most viral infections of the cornea and conjunctiva, including epithelial herpes simplex keratitis (dendritic keratitis), vaccinia and varicella. It must also not be used in mycobacterial infections of the eye or fungal infections of the eye's structures. It is also not suitable for anyone with a known or suspected allergy to any ingredient in this preparation or to other corticosteroids.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Pregnancy: This medicine falls under Pregnancy Category C. Adequate, well-controlled studies in pregnant women have not been conducted. It should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit to the mother justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
Lactation: It is not known whether topical ophthalmic use of corticosteroids leads to enough systemic absorption to produce detectable levels in human breast milk. Caution should be exercised when this medicine is given to a breastfeeding woman.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Storage
Keep Loteprednol Etabonate + Tobramycin at room temperature and away from light. Don't let the dropper tip touch any surface. It's best not to use the contents more than four weeks after you first open the bottle. Don't let it freeze.
Drug Interactions
Common questions about Lotemic T 0.5%+0.3%
What is Lotemic T 0.5%+0.3% Ophthalmic Suspension?
Lotemic T 0.5%+0.3% Ophthalmic Suspension is a medicine that contains Loteprednol Etabonate + Tobramycin. It is made by OSL Pharma Ltd. It belongs to the Aminoglycosides group of medicines.
What is Lotemic T used for?
Lotemic T is used for: Viral Infection, Acne Vulgaris, Conjunctivitis, Inflammation.
What are the side effects of Lotemic T?
Possible side effects include raised pressure inside the eye, burning or stinging when the drops are put in, vision problems, eye discharge, itching, abnormal tearing, sensitivity to light, deposits on the cornea, eye discomfort, eyelid problems, and other unspecified eye disorders. Headache, a side effect not affecting the eye, has also been reported.
Can I take Lotemic T during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Pregnancy: This medicine falls under Pregnancy Category C. Adequate, well-controlled studies in pregnant women have not been conducted. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
How should I store Lotemic T?
Keep Loteprednol Etabonate + Tobramycin at room temperature and away from light. Don't let the dropper tip touch any surface.
Can I take other medicines with Lotemic T?
Some medicines can interact with Loteprednol Etabonate + Tobramycin, for example: Loteprednol Etabonate. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take.
Do I need a prescription for Lotemic T?
Lotemic T is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.