Zylet ratings & reviews

Loteprednol Etabonate, Tobramycin
Company: Bausch
Brand: Zylet
Drug class: Sensory Organs
+3 more
Sensory Organs, Ophthalmologicals, Ophthalmological Anti-inflammatory/Anti-infective Combinations, Ophthalmological Corticosteroid and Anti-infective Combinations
Overall rating
3.3
full star full star full star empty star empty star
Ranked #3
Physician ratings
  • Efficacy: effective for its intended use
  • Safety: safe to use in humans
  • Tolerability: low drug side effects
  • Accessibility: insurance/payer coverage, cost, affordability,formulary coverage, availability in your hospital or practice setting
  • Adherence: patient compliance with treatment
Efficacy
3.1/5
Safety
3.5/5
Tolerability
3.6/5
Accessibility
3.2/5
Adherence
3.5/5

Sermo AI Overview

  • Zylet generally faces mixed reviews on efficacy, with low ratings particularly from ophthalmologists and specialists for conditions like cyclitis and uveitis. This indicates many might seek alternative treatments for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Despite concerns regarding its efficacy, some healthcare providers have reported positive experiences with Zylet, particularly for treating infections or inflammation, suggesting variability in effectiveness among different specialties.
  • While Zylet is often rated well for safety and tolerability, mixed sentiments exist about its first-line use due to varying experiences across specialties, reflected in an overall efficacy rating of 2.9.
  • Patients generally report good tolerability and adherence to Zylet, indicating that many users successfully follow the treatment regimen, though concerns about its efficacy in specific conditions persist.
  • Was this summary helpful?
Based on insights from Sermo’s triple verified physicians

Description

Zylet is a combination of loteprednol etabonate and tobramycin, formulated as an ophthalmic suspension for eye use. Loteprednol etabonate is a corticosteroid and tobramycin is an anti-infective, together providing anti-inflammatory and anti-infective effects. The active ingredients are present at concentrations of 0.5% and 0.3%, respectively. Key inactive components include edetate disodium, glycerin, povidone, purified water, tyloxapol, and benzalkonium chloride.

Source: This information is sourced from FDA and powered by AI

Dosage & Administration

How should I use this medication?

This medication is only for use in the eye. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Wash hands before and after use. Shake well before use. Tilt your head back slightly and pull your lower eyelid down with your index finger to form a pouch. Try not to touch the tip of the dropper or tube to your eye, fingertips, or other surface. Squeeze the prescribed number of drops into the pouch. Close the eye gently to spread the drops. Do not use your medication more often than directed. Finish the full course of medication prescribed by your care team even if you think your condition is better. Do not stop using except on the advice of your care team.

Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses.

Where should I keep my medication?

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

Store upright at room temperature between 15 and 25 degrees C (59 and 77 degrees F). Do not freeze. Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.

To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:

  • Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
  • If you cannot return the medication, check the label or package insert to see if the medication should be thrown out in the garbage or flushed down the toilet. If you are not sure, ask your care team. If it is safe to put it in the trash, empty the medication out of the container. Mix the medication with cat litter, dirt, coffee grounds, or other unwanted substance. Seal the mixture in a bag or container. Put it in the trash.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

Side Effects

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:

  • Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
  • Eye pain, change in vision, vision loss
  • New or worsening eye pain, redness, irritation, or discharge

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):

  • Burning or stinging of the eyes after use
  • Eye irritation or itching
  • Headache
  • Sensitivity to light

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Warnings & Precautions

What should I tell my care team before I take this medication?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

  • Active eye infection
  • Cataracts or glaucoma
  • Wear contact lenses
  • An unusual or allergic reaction to loteprednol, tobramycin, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
  • Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
  • Breast-feeding

What may interact with this medication?

Interactions are not expected. Do not use any other eye products without talking to your care team.

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medication?

Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.

Call your care team if you are around anyone with measles, chickenpox, or if you develop sores or blisters that do not heal properly.

You should not wear contact lenses if you have signs and symptoms of an eye infection. If you wear contact lenses, ask your care team when you can wear your lenses again.

A burning or stinging reaction that does not go away may mean you are allergic to this product. Stop using and call your care team.

This medication can make certain eye conditions worse. Use it only for the conditions for which your care team has prescribed it.

Source: This information is sourced from Elsevier Inc.

Disclaimer

The reviews, ratings, comments, and opinions expressed on this platform are solely those of the individual medical professionals who posted them and do not reflect the views or positions of Sermo, Inc. Sermo does not endorse, verify, or validate the content of individual reviews. The information provided is user-generated and reflects personal clinical experiences, which may not be complete, accurate, or applicable to your specific health needs. It is not intended as medical advice.

Prescription medications affect individuals differently, and what works for one person may not work for another. Always consult your doctor, pharmacist, or other qualified healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed applies to your personal circumstances. Only a licensed healthcare provider can advise you on what is safe and effective for you.

Keep all medications out of the reach of children, never share your medicine with others, and use each medication only as prescribed. Your reliance on any information provided on this platform is at your own risk.

Terms of use

  1. Sermo Drug Ratings, and all information provided on this website, may not be used in combination with any artificial intelligence tool (including to train an algorithm, test, process, analyze, generate output and/or develop any form of artificial intelligence tool). 

  2. Visitors to the online patient-facing website at Sermo.com (“Sermo Drug Ratings”) are Authorized Users of the website, which contains data owned by a third-party provider, Elsevier, Inc.  Accordingly, by visiting Sermo Drug Ratings, Authorized User acknowledges that the website includes Elsevier owned data that Sermo licenses pursuant to a separate usage and Data agreement (the “Agreements”).  Authorized User further acknowledges that Sermo is a third-party beneficiary of the Agreements and Authorized User’s use of the website hereby binds them to the terms of the Agreements; provided, however, that Elsevier shall have no obligations or liability to an Authorized User whatsoever pursuant to the terms of the Agreements.

  3. Authorized User acknowledges and agrees that the Elsevier Products are designed for and are intended to be used by those residing in the United States, and that the information contained in the Elsevier Products does not comply with any laws or practices outside of the United States. You assume all responsibilities, duties, and obligations for any treatment, decision, or advice made or given to third parties as a result of the use or application of the Elsevier Products outside of the United States, and Sermo, Elsevier and its affiliates, subsidiaries, agents and suppliers will incur no liability for any use or application of the Products by Authorized Users outside of the United States.

Welcome to Sermo's Drug Ratings

Previously only for members, Sermo Drug Ratings are now openly available to all healthcare providers, patients, and industry professionals to support better healthcare decisions.

Clinical expertise
Insights based on real prescribing experience from triple-verified practicing physicians only
Detailed insights
Ratings on key attributes including efficacy, safety, tolerability, accessibility, and adherence
Unbiased reviews
Independent, physician-only reviews, free from pharmaceutical industry influence