# Loteprednol Etabonate (Loteprednol Etabonate)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/loteprednol-etabonate
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Loteprednol Etabonate?

Loteprednol Etabonate is a prescription medication used to treat inflammation and rosacea. Across the United States, 5,000 doctors prescribe Loteprednol to approximately 80,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Loteprednol Etabonate

## Indications

Loteprednol Etabonate is prescribed for several conditions including inflammation, rosacea, conjunctivitis, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Inflammation](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/inflammation)
- [Rosacea](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/rosacea)
- [Conjunctivitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/conjunctivitis)
- [Viral](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/viral)
- [Keratitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/keratitis)
- [Conjunctivitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/conjunctivitis)
- [Allergic](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/allergic)
- [Edema](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/edema)
- [Conjunctivitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/conjunctivitis)
- [Bacterial](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/bacterial)
- [Iritis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/iritis)

## Mechanism of action

Loteprednol Etabonate works through specific pharmacological mechanisms to treat inflammation. Consult your healthcare provider for detailed information.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Prescription Medication
- Route of administration: OPHTHALMIC

## Common side effects

elevated intraocular pressure, which may be associated with optic nerve damage, visual acuity and field defects, posterior subcapsular cataract formation, secondary ocular infection from pathogens including herpes simplex, and perforation of the globe where there is thinning of the cornea or sclera

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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