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Compare Alrex vs. Lotemax

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  • Alrex (loteprednol)
    Loteprednol (Lotemax)
  • Alrex (loteprednol)
    Loteprednol (Lotemax)

  • Summary of Alrex vs. Lotemax

    Summary for Corticosteroid
    Prescription only

    Alrex (loteprednol) is a prescription corticosteroid eye drop used short-term to treat adults with seasonal eye allergies, or allergic conjunctivitis. It works by reducing redness, itching, and swelling in the eyes. You typically apply it directly to the affected eye four times a day for 2 weeks. Common side effects include blurry vision, dry eyes, and a burning feeling right after using the drops.

    Summary for Corticosteroid
    Prescription only

    Loteprednol (Lotemax) is a steroid eye medication that comes in many strengths and forms to treat various eye conditions including recent eye surgery, dry eye, inflammation, and seasonal allergies.

  • Indications of Alrex vs. Lotemax

    Indications for
    •Seasonal eye allergies (allergic conjunctivitis)
    Indications for
    •Dry eye disease
    •Eye inflammation conditions
    •Inflammation and pain after eye surgery
    •Eye inflammation due to seasonal allergies

  • Pros and Cons of Alrex vs. Lotemax

    Pros and Const for Corticosteroid
    Pros
    •Starts working within 2 hours
    •Specifically approved for seasonal eye allergies
    •Applied directly where the pain or inflammation is
    Cons
    •Needs to be used four times per day
    •Slows healing and raises your risk of eye infection
    •Might be difficult for some people to use correctly
    Pros and Const for Corticosteroid
    Pros
    •Applied directly where the pain or inflammation is
    •Causes fewer serious side effects than oral medications
    •Available as a suspension, gel, and ointment form
    Cons
    •Slows healing and raises your risk of eye infection
    •May have to be used up to four times a day
    •Most forms are brand name only and may be expensive.

  • Common Side Effects of Alrex vs. Lotemax

    Common Side Effects for
    •Blurry vision
    •Burning right after using the drop
    •Eye discharge
    •Dry eyes
    •Watery eyes
    •Feeling like something is in the eye
    •Itchy eyes
    •Sensitivity to light

    Note: All common side effects listed above were reported in 5% to 15% of people in studies.

    Common Side Effects for
    •Blurry vision
    •Burning after placing the drops into the eye
    •Itching
    •Feeling like there's something in your eye

  • Warnings of Alrex vs. Lotemax

    Common Side Effects for
    •Serious eye problems
    •Eye infections
    •Damage to contact lenses
    Common Side Effects for
    •HIGH EYE PRESSURE (GLAUCOMA)
    •CATARACTS
    •NEW OR WORSENED INFECTION
    •EYE INJURY OR DAMAGE
    •CONTACT LENS USE

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