Cyclosporine ophthalmic

Generic name: Cyclosporine Ophthalmic
Drug class: Ophthalmic anti-inflammatory agents

Usage of Cyclosporine ophthalmic

Cyclosporine ophthalmic is used to treat chronic dry eye that may be caused by inflammation.

Cyclosporine ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Cyclosporine ophthalmic side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Cyclosporine ophthalmic may cause serious side effects. Stop using cyclosporine ophthalmic and call your doctor at once if you have:

severe eye pain, burning, or stinging after putting in the drops;

swollen eyelids; or

signs of eye infection--swelling, redness, severe discomfort, crusting or drainage.

Common side effects of cyclosporine ophthalmic may include:

mild eye pain, redness, or other irritation;

watery eyes;

blurred vision; or

feeling like something is in your eye.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Cyclosporine ophthalmic

You should not use cyclosporine ophthalmic if you are allergic to cyclosporine.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.

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How to use Cyclosporine ophthalmic

Usual Adult Dose for Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca:

1 drop 2 times a day in each eye approximately 12 hours apartComments:-This drug can be used concomitantly with artificial tears, allowing a 15 minute interval between products.Use: To increase tear production in patients whose tear production is presumed to be suppressed due to ocular inflammation associated with keratoconjunctivitis sicca

Warnings

Use only as directed. Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.

What other drugs will affect Cyclosporine ophthalmic

Medicine used in the eyes is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. But many drugs can interact. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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