| Inveltys (U.S.N.L.M.) | ||
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| Dosing | Shake. 1 or 2 drops bid beginning the day after surgery. Continue for 2 weeks. Taper if used off label for extended period. |
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| Chem Specs | loteprednol etabonate (suspension) 1% | |
| Quantities | 2.8ml | |
| Cost | 336.00 | |
| Class | Ester based "soft" steroid suspension (micro-particle) | |
| Action | Anti-inflammatory | |
| Usage | Indicated for the treatment of post-operative inflammation and pain. | |
| Contraindications | Most viral diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva including epithelial herpes simplex keratitis, vaccinia, and varicella, mycobacterial and fungal disease. Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients or corticosteroids. Should not be used to treat contact lens related irritation. |
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| Pediatric use | Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. | |
| Pregnancy | Inveltys is not absorbed systemically following topical ophthalmic administra- tion and maternal use is not expected to result in fetal exposure to the drug. |
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| Warning | Fungal and bacterial overgrowth, cataract formation, globe perforation possible with long term use. | |
| Enhanced penetration due to micro-particle delivery and proprietary coating. 0.01% BAK preserved. Allow 15 minutes before inserting soft contact lenses. |
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