Lodex Eye Drop

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Syntho Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Dexamethasone (0.05% w/v)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Glucocorticoids
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	HORMONES
Action Class	Glucocorticoids
User Rating	4.8
User Reviews	533

FAQ

Is Lodex effective?

Lodex is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Lodex too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

What is Lodex? What is it used for?

Lodex belongs to a group of medicines called steroids, also known as corticosteroids. It is used to relieve symptoms caused due to infection such as swelling, itchiness and redness of the eyes.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Lodex?

Keep Lodex in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose off the unused medicine. Keep it away from children and other people to avoid any misuse.

In which conditions is the use of Lodex avoided?

Use of Lodex should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Lodex or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Lodex for the first time, consult your doctor.

I feel better now, can I stop using Lodex?

No, you should not stop using Lodex suddenly without talking to your doctor. You may feel better and your symptoms may also improve before completing the full course of treatment. Still, it is advised to continue the medication as stopping the medication too early could allow the spread of the infection and hence prevent complete healing.

Lodex Eye Drop Reviews

Lodex belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used in the treatment of eye infections. It reduces the redness and swelling caused by infections, allergies, and injuries. It is sometime used after eye surgery.

Never use Lodex if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time. Wash your hands before using it and shake the bottle well before each use. Make sure you remove contact lenses if you wear them and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back.

You should not discontinue using the medicine unless your doctor tells you so. Stopping the medication before time may allow the bacteria to continue their growth, which may result in the return of the infection.

It may cause eye irritation, blurred vision, and bitter taste in the mouth. These side effects are usually temporary and resolve with time. If your vision is blurred or you have other changes in sight for a time, do not drive or operate other machines until your vision is clear. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should consult with your doctor before using this medicine.

How Lodex Eye Drop Works

Lodex is a steroid. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy.

How to Use Lodex Eye Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

Benefits of Lodex Eye Drop

In Eye infection: Lodex helps relieve symptoms of eye infections such as redness, swelling, itching and watering of eyes. This medicine works by decreasing the production of certain chemicals that cause inflammation of the eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. If you see no improvement even after a week, talk to your doctor.
In Treatment of Inflammatory conditions: Lodex gives relief in inflammatory conditions that affect muscles and joints such as arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. It also helps manage other inflammatory conditions such as asthma, inflammatory bowel disease, uveitis, ulcerative colitis, and allergies. It works by blocking certain chemicals that cause pain and swelling.
In Treatment of Autoimmune conditions: Lodex gives relief in autoimmune conditions like psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, eczema, atopic dermatitis, etc. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching, and other allergic-type reactions.

Uses of Lodex Eye Drop

Eye infection
Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
Treatment of Autoimmune conditions

Lodex Eye Drop Side Effects

Safety Tips

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Lodex is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Lodex may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Lodex may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Your doctor has prescribed Lodex to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye.
Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
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.