Can you use restasis and lotomax together?

Restasis and Lotemax are both prescription eye drops that are used to treat dry eye symptoms. Restasis (cyclosporine) is an immunosuppressive drug that decreases the inflammation and tear production associated with dry eye. Lotemax (loteprednol etabonate) is a corticosteroid that decreases the inflammation associated with dry eye.

Yes, Restasis and Lotemax can be used together to treat dry eye symptoms. However, it is important to use these medications as directed by your doctor and to avoid using them more often than prescribed. Using too much of either of these medications can increase your risk of side effects.

Some of the most common side effects of Restasis include:

- Blurred vision

- Burning or stinging sensation in the eyes

- Eye pain

- Headache

- Itchy eyes

- Nasal congestion

- Sinusitis

Some of the most common side effects of Lotemax include:

- Blurred vision

- Burning or stinging sensation in the eyes

- Dry eyes

- Eye pain

- Headache

- Increased pressure in the eye (intraocular pressure)

- Itchy eyes

- Red eyes

- Sensitivity to light (photophobia)

It is important to tell your doctor about any side effects that you experience while using Restasis or Lotemax.