Alrex (Loteprednol Etabonate)

Do’s

• Use Alrex Suspension exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider, typically 4 times a day.
• Consult your healthcare provider about wearing contact lenses during treatment, especially if your eyes are red.
• If your healthcare provider allows contact lenses, remove them before applying the drops and wait at least 10-15 minutes before reinserting.
• Wash your hands thoroughly before using Alrex Suspension.
• Shake the bottle well before each use.
• Apply the drops following these steps:
  • Tilt your head back, look up, and pull down your lower eyelid to create a pouch.
  • Instill one drop directly into the affected eye.
  • Close your eye gently for 1-2 minutes, applying pressure near the corner of your eye to prevent drainage.
  • Repeat for the other eye if instructed.
• Avoid touching the dropper tip to your eye or any other surface.
• Replace the cap securely after each use.
• Use Alrex Suspension at consistent times each day for maximum benefit.
• Continue using the medication for the entire prescribed duration, even if symptoms improve.
• Inform your healthcare provider if your condition worsens or doesn't improve after 2 days of treatment.

Don'ts

• Don't skip doses or use Alrex Suspension more often than prescribed.
• Don't use the medication for longer than recommended by your healthcare provider.
• Don't stop using Alrex Suspension abruptly without consulting your healthcare provider.
• Don't use contaminated Alrex Suspension (discolored drops).
• Don't use Alrex Suspension with other eye medications within 5-10 minutes of each other. Apply eye drops before ointments.

Common side effects of Alrex may include:

• Mild itching, redness, burning, or other irritation of the eyes
• Blurred vision
• Dry eyes
• Watery eyes
• Sensitivity to light

Serious side effects of Alrex are rare but may include:

• Severe eye pain or increased watering
• Vision changes
• Signs of an allergic reaction, such as rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, or difficulty breathing

This is not an exhaustive list, and other side effects may occur. If you experience any unusual or severe side effects while taking  Alrex,  contact your healthcare provider for medical advice.

Inform your healthcare provider of any allergies to loteprednol (Alrex Suspension) or its ingredients.

Tell your healthcare provider about eye infections, recent eye surgery, cataracts, glaucoma, severe nearsightedness, or diabetes before using Alrex Suspension.

Alrex Suspension may cause temporary blurred vision. Avoid driving, operating machinery, or activities requiring clear vision until your vision clears.

Disclose all medications (prescription, non-prescription, and herbal) to your healthcare provider before surgery.

If you develop a new eye infection, or injury, or require eye surgery, consult your healthcare provider about using your current or a new bottle of Alrex Suspension.

Discuss using Alrex Suspension if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is unknown if Alrex Suspension passes into breast milk. Discuss breastfeeding with your healthcare provider.