Alrex

Chickenpox, Iritis, Inflammation + 10 more
Treatment
14 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Alrex

What is Alrex

LoteprednolThe Generic name of this drug
Alrexis the brand name
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Alrex Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Alrex
Loteprednol
1998
16

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Loteprednol, otherwise called Alrex, is approved by the FDA for 14 uses like Inflammation and Conjunctivitis infective .
Inflammation
Used to treat Inflammation in combination with Tobramycin
Conjunctivitis infective
Iritis
Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis
Ocular Inflammation
ocular bacterial infections
Used to treat ocular bacterial infections in combination with Tobramycin
Conjunctivitis
Herpes Zoster Keratitis
Helps manage Herpes Zoster Keratitis
Inflammation
Used to treat Inflammation in combination with Tobramycin
Conjunctivitis
Iritis
Eye
Cyclitis
Superficial punctate keratitis
Helps manage Superficial punctate keratitis

When to interrupt dosage

The amount of Alrex is contingent upon the determined condition, including Ocular Inflammation, Conjunctivitis infective and Herpes Zoster Keratitis. The measure of dosage fluctuates as per the delivery technique (e.g. Gel - Ophthalmic or Suspension / drops) featured in the table underneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Inflammation
, 2.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 0.5 %
, Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Gel, Gel - Ophthalmic
Rosacea
, 2.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 0.5 %
, Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Gel, Gel - Ophthalmic
Conjunctivitis
, 2.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 0.5 %
, Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Gel, Gel - Ophthalmic
Conjunctivitis
, 2.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 0.5 %
, Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Gel, Gel - Ophthalmic
Cyclitis
, 2.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 0.5 %
, Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Gel, Gel - Ophthalmic
Eye
, 2.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 0.5 %
, Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Gel, Gel - Ophthalmic
Chickenpox
, 2.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 0.5 %
, Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Gel, Gel - Ophthalmic
Communicable Diseases
, 2.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 0.5 %
, Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Gel, Gel - Ophthalmic
Superficial punctate keratitis
, 2.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 0.5 %
, Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Gel, Gel - Ophthalmic
ocular bacterial infections
, 2.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 0.5 %
, Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Gel, Gel - Ophthalmic
Iritis
, 2.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 0.5 %
, Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Gel, Gel - Ophthalmic
Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis
, 2.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 0.5 %
, Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Gel, Gel - Ophthalmic
Herpes Zoster Keratitis
, 2.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 0.5 %
, Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Gel, Gel - Ophthalmic

Warnings

Alrex has eight contraindications, so it should not be employed when confronting any of the circumstances detailed in the following table.Alrex Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Keratitis, Dendritic
Do Not Combine
conjunctiva
Do Not Combine
Herpes Simplex
Do Not Combine
Chickenpox
Do Not Combine
Vaccinia
Do Not Combine
epithelial herpes simplex keratitis
Do Not Combine
Eye Infections, Fungal
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Loteprednol may interact with Pulse Frequency
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Alrex.
Common Alrex Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
2,4-thiazolidinedione
Moderate
The risk or severity of hyperglycemia can be increased when Loteprednol is combined with 2,4-thiazolidinedione.
AICA ribonucleotide
Moderate
The risk or severity of hyperglycemia can be increased when Loteprednol is combined with AICA ribonucleotide.
AMG-222
Moderate
The risk or severity of hyperglycemia can be increased when Loteprednol is combined with AMG-222.
Acarbose
Moderate
The risk or severity of hyperglycemia can be increased when Loteprednol is combined with Acarbose.
Acetohexamide
Moderate
The risk or severity of hyperglycemia can be increased when Loteprednol is combined with Acetohexamide.
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Alrex Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Alrex?

198 active studies are currently being conducted to evaluate the potential of Alrex in alleviating Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis, Iritis and Ocular Inflammation.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Conjunctivitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Communicable Diseases
0 Actively Recruiting
Superficial punctate keratitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Eye
0 Actively Recruiting
Iritis
0 Actively Recruiting
Herpes Zoster Keratitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Rosacea
4 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Early Phase 1, Phase 2
Conjunctivitis
0 Actively Recruiting
ocular bacterial infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Chickenpox
3 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4, Phase 3
Cyclitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Inflammation
64 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Early Phase 1, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 4
Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis
0 Actively Recruiting

Alrex Reviews: What are patients saying about Alrex?

5Patient Review
4/12/2009
Alrex for Herpes Zoster Infection of the Cornea & Conjunctiva of Eye
Allergies are such a pain, but this medication really does the trick. It's the only thing that's worked for me in the past. However, I understand why my doctor is hesitant to prescribe it because of the potential risks involved.
5Patient Review
11/10/2011
Alrex for Inflammation of the Eye
Alrex provided quick and long-lasting relief from the incessant itchiness in my eyes.
5Patient Review
9/7/2012
Alrex for Inflammation of the Eye
Alrex is very effective for chronic inflammation, which I experience due to several conditions. The only downside is the cost of the medication.
5Patient Review
3/13/2009
Alrex for Allergic Conjunctivitis
I had some redness in my eye this morning, but after using Alrex just once today, it's already clearing up. I'm confident that it'll be gone completely soon.
5Patient Review
11/22/2009
Alrex for Allergic Conjunctivitis
This medication has been a great help for my chronic inflammation of the eye and eyelids. It's helped to reduce the swelling and redness, and has made my eyes much more clear and white. I use it 3 times a day for 3 weeks, and it's really helped with the pain with no side effects.
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Patient Q&A Section about alrex

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Can you get Alrex over the counter?

"There is no version of Alrex available in the United States that is the same as what is being sold online. Note: Some online pharmacies may be selling a generic version of Alrex illegally."

Answered by AI

Is Alrex a steroid?

"Alrex is a steroid medicine that is used to treat various forms of eye inflammation, pain, and swelling. Alrex is also used to treat dry eye disease."

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How long can I use Alrex?

"Length of treatment: This medication is only meant to be used for a short period of time, no more than 14 days. If you use this medication for 10 days or more, your doctor will need to check the pressure in your eye regularly to make sure it doesn't cause any damage such as cataracts or glaucoma."

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What are Alrex eye drops used for?

"This drug is designed to temporarily relieve seasonal allergy symptoms in the eyes, such as swelling, redness, and itching. Loteprednol is a type of drug known as a corticosteroid."

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