Lotemax (loteprednol) is a brand-name drug that’s prescribed for inflammation in the eye in adults and some children. Lotemax comes as eye drops, eye ointment, and gel eye drops. The dosage can vary.

Doctors may prescribe antibiotic or anti-inflammatory eye drops to help prevent infections or inflammation after cataract surgery. Before applying eye drops, people should wash their hands thoroughly.

Here’s why some products have been pulled from store shelves, and what to know to protect your eyes. By Sarah Sloat Dozens of eye drops and ointments have been pulled from store shelves after a wave ...