Lotemax Eye Ointment and Naphazoline

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

Lotemax (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.

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

• Generic Name: naphazoline ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: ophthalmic solution
• Other Brand Names: AK-Con, Albalon, Allersol, Clear Eyes, Clear Eyes + Redness Relief, Naphcon, Redness Relief Eye Drops, Naphcon Forte, Vasocon, Nafazair, Estivin II, Degest 2, Vasoclear, Allerest Eye Drops, Ocu-Zoline

Naphazoline is a vasoconstrictor. It works by narrowing swollen blood vessels in the eyes to reduce eye redness.

Naphazoline ophthalmic (for the eye) is for temporary relief of minor eye redness or discomfort caused by minor irritants.

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