Zylopred Information

Zylopred is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Secondary and off-label uses of Zylopred have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zylopred. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Zylopred are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. Some other side effects of Zylopred have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Zylopred normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Zylopred has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Zylopred's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Zylopred can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zylopred in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Brain and Nervous System, Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zylopred contraindications section.

Besides this, Zylopred may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Zylopred is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Zylopred Benefits & Uses
Zylopred Dosage & How to Take
Zylopred Side Effects
Zylopred Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Zylopred with Other Drugs
Zylopred Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Zylopred
Zylopred Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Zylopred Benefits & Uses

Zylopred is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Zylopred Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Iritis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zylopred Related Warnings

Is the use of Zylopred safe for pregnant women?

Zylopred can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Zylopred right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Zylopred safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Zylopred. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Zylopred on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Zylopred on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zylopred on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Zylopred on the liver.
What is the effect of Zylopred on the Heart?

Using Zylopred does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Zylopred with Other Drugs

Zylopred should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Metformin

Alfuzosin

Quinidine

Betamethasone

Moderate

Ibuprofen

Bromfenac

Nepafenac

Zylopred Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zylopred unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Myasthenia Gravis
Brain and Nervous System
Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy)
Ulcerative Colitis
Glaucoma
Cataract
Diabetes
Herpes Simplex Encephalitis (HSE)
Herpes

Frequently asked Questions about Zylopred

Is this Zylopred habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Zylopred has not been reported.

Zylopred Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zylopred

Taking Zylopred with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zylopred

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Zylopred.

See all substitutes for Zylopred

Lotegate Eye Drop - ₹189
Zylopred Opthalmic Suspension - ₹251
Loteprednol + Gatifloxacin Eye Drop - ₹250

This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lotemax® (loteprednol etabonate)

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