Inveltys ophthalmic and Supprelin-LA

• Generic Name: loteprednol ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: ophthalmic suspension
• Other Brand Names: Alrex, Inveltys, Lotemax, Lotemax SM

Inveltys (for the eyes) is a steroid medicine that is used to treat eye inflammation caused by allergies, shingles (herpes zoster), severe acne, iritis, or certain other conditions.

The gel form of loteprednol ophthalmic is used to treat pain and swelling after eye surgery.

Inveltys may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: histrelin
• Dosage Forms: subcutaneous implant
• Other Brand Names:

  Supprelin LA, Vantas, Supprelin

Supprelin LA (histrelin) is a man-made form of a hormone that regulates many processes in the body. Histrelin overstimulates the body's own production of certain hormones, which causes that production to shut down temporarily.

Supprelin LA implants are used to treat precocious puberty in both male and female children who are at least 2 years old.

Supprelin LA may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.