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Lot is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Eye Allergies, Eye Pain. Secondary and off-label uses of Lot have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Lot depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Lot side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Lot are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Lot's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Lot related warnings talks about Lot's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Lot is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Herpes are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Lot have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Lot may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lot is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Lot is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Lot safe for pregnant women?
LOT may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take LOT again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Lot safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking LOT. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Lot on the Kidneys?
LOT is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Lot on the Liver?
LOT does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Lot on the Heart?
LOT is completely safe for the heart.
Lot should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lot unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lot habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Lot has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lot. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Lot should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Lot is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lot
It is safe to take Lot with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lot
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Lot and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lotemax® (loteprednol etabonate)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1402