Alrex (ophthalmic)
Generic name:loteprednol (ophthalmic) [ lo-te-PRED-nol-off-THAL-mik ]
Brand names: Alrex, Eysuvis, Inveltys, Lotemax, Lotemax SM
Drug class:Ophthalmic steroids
What is Alrex ophthalmic?
Alrex (for the eyes) is a steroid medicine that is used to treat eye inflammation caused by allergies, shingles (herpes zoster), severe acne, iritis, or certain other conditions.
Alrex is also used to treat pain and swelling after eye surgery.
The Eysuvis brand of Alrex is used to treat dry eye disease.
Alrex may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use this medicine if you have an eye infection (including herpes simplex).
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Alrex if you are allergic to it, or if you have an eye infection (including herpes simplex).
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
glaucoma; or
cataracts, or cataract surgery.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Alrex is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I use Alrex ophthalmic?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Do not use while wearing soft contact lenses. A preservative in Alrex could permanently stain the lenses. Use the medicine at least 15 minutes before inserting your contact lenses.
Wash your hands before using eye medication.
Shake the eye drops well just before each use. If using the gel, turn the bottle upside down and shake once to fill the dropper tip with gel.
To use this medicine: Tilt your head back slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Hold the dropper above the eye and squeeze a drop into this pocket. Close your eyes for 1 or 2 minutes.
Use only the number of drops your doctor has prescribed.
Wait at least 5 minutes before using any other eye drops your doctor has prescribed.
Do not touch the tip of the eye dropper or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated dropper can infect your eye, which could lead to serious vision problems.
If you use this medicine for longer than 10 days, you may need frequent vision tests t...
