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Loteprednol etabonate - Postoperative pain and inflammation (eye)

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Status 1

Red
Formulations :
  • Eye drops
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Associated Icons :
SPC
Restrictions / Comments :
Important
Max 14 day treatment - supply from the Trust

Documentation

Guidelines (Local)
Loteprednol etabonate - APC briefing - March 2023.pdf

PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Loteprednol etabonate
Indication :
Postoperative pain and inflammation (eye)
Group Name :
Keywords :
Brand Names Include :
Lotemax
Important Information :
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Committee Recommendations (1)

01 Mar 23 - Surrey Heartlands Integrated Care System Area Prescribing Committee (APC)

The Surrey Heartlands Integrated Care System Area Prescribing Committee (APC) agrees that loteprednol etabonate eye drops  should only be used on a short-term basis (maximum of 2 weeks duration) to treat post-operative inflammation as per its product license.

Therefore, loteprednol etabonate  a RED traffic light status is agreed by APC.

Sufficient quantities should be supplied through secondary care as part of a package of post-operative care.”

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