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My 7-month-old son has redness in both eyes due to an allergy. Can I continue L-Pred drops, and for how many days?
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My 7-month-old son has redness in both eyes due to an allergy. Can I continue L-Pred drops, and for how many days?
Asked by Female, 30 · 1 month ago
Redness in both eyes due to an allergy in a 7-month-old should be managed very carefully. L-Pred drops should not be continued for long in infants unless specifically advised, as steroid eye drops can cause side effects. You should consult a paediatrician or eye doctor to decide whether to continue and for how many days.
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It’s important to be very careful when using steroid eye drops like L-Pred (Loteprednol Etabonate 0.5%) in a young infant with eye redness due to allergy.
- Consult your pediatrician or a pediatric ophthalmologist before continuing the drops, as steroids can have side effects and need close monitoring in babies.
- Duration of use is usually short (a few days to a week), but your doctor will decide the exact length based on your son’s condition and response.
- Watch for any worsening redness, eye pain, or signs of infection, and report these immediately to your doctor.
- Your doctor may recommend safer alternatives such as antihistamine or mast cell stabilizer eye drops for allergy-related redness in infants.
Please do not continue or stop the medication without professional guidance to ensure your son’s safety and proper treatment. If symptoms worsen or new issues arise, seek prompt care from a pediatric eye specialist.
Answered 1 month ago