Meflotas Lp Information

Meflotas Lp is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. The alternative uses of Meflotas Lp have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Meflotas Lp. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Meflotas Lp include Eye Discharge, Eye irritation, Eye itching. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Meflotas Lp can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Meflotas Lp 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.

In addition, Meflotas Lp's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Meflotas Lp's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Allergy must refrain from the use of Meflotas Lp since this can cause severe adverse effects.

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

In addition to the above precautions for Meflotas Lp, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Meflotas Lp Benefits & Uses

Meflotas Lp is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Meflotas Lp 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Conjunctivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Loteprednol (0.5% w/v), Moxifloxacin ( 0.5% w/v)
Adult	Disease: Conjunctivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Loteprednol (0.5% w/v), Moxifloxacin ( 0.5% w/v)
Geriatric	Disease: Conjunctivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Loteprednol (0.5% w/v), Moxifloxacin ( 0.5% w/v)

Meflotas Lp Related Warnings

Is the use of Meflotas Lp safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Meflotas LP during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Meflotas Lp safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Meflotas LP for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Meflotas Lp on the Kidneys?

Meflotas LP does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Meflotas Lp on the Liver?

Using Meflotas LP does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Meflotas Lp on the Heart?

You can take Meflotas LP without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Meflotas Lp with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Disopyramide

Warfarin

Quinidine

Alfuzosin

Amiodarone

Moderate

Bromfenac

Nepafenac

Mild

Iron

Meflotas Lp Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Meflotas Lp

Is this Meflotas Lp habit forming or addictive?

Meflotas Lp does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Meflotas Lp can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Meflotas Lp should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Meflotas Lp is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Meflotas Lp Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Meflotas Lp

Taking Meflotas Lp with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Meflotas Lp

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Meflotas Lp with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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