Lotegold Eye Ointment

Never use Lotegold Eye Ointment if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time. Wash your hands before using it and shake the bottle well before each use. Make sure you remove contact lenses if you wear them and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back. Don’t stop using this medicine without asking your doctor.

The most common side effects of Lotegold Eye Ointment are burning sensation, irritation, or blur the vision temporarily. If your vision is blurred or you have other changes in sight for a time, don’t drive until your vision is clear.

• Redness and swelling in the eye

• Your doctor has prescribed Lotegold Eye Ointment to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye. 
• Do not use Lotegold Eye Ointment for more than the prescribed duration as it may cause glaucoma or secondary infection.
• Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
• Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
• Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
• Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
• If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
• Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
• Do not stop taking Lotegold Eye Ointment suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.