Vevye

Generic name: Cyclosporine 0.1%
Dosage form: ophthalmic solution
Drug class: Ophthalmic anti-inflammatory agents

Usage of Vevye

Vevye is a solution of cyclosporine 0.1% that may be used in the eyes to treat the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease. It is supplied as eye drops.

Vevye works by reducing the underlying inflammation associated with dry eye disease that interferes with tear production. Cyclosporine is a calcineurin inhibitor immunosuppressant.

Dry eye disease is an inflammatory ocular surface disorder that can cause progressive corneal surface damage that can lead to direct or indirect visual impairment.

Vevye is formulated with EyeSol®, a water-free technology that allows for increased absorption of cyclosporin onto the surface of the eye and a longer-lasting effect.

Vevye was approved by the FDA on May 30, 2023.

Vevye side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Vevye such as hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:

eye pain; or

eye swelling, redness, severe discomfort, crusting, or drainage (may be signs of infection).

Common Vevye side effects may include instillation site reactions such as:

mild burning or stinging in the eyes

mild redness or itching

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 Vevye

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

It is not known if using Vevye eye drops during pregnancy is safe. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

It is not known whether Vevye passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby, although it is likely safe. Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding a baby.

This medicine is not approved for use for children and young adults younger than 18 years old.

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How to use Vevye

Use Vevye eye drops exactly as directed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and medication guide. Do not use the eye drops in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Wash your hands before using the eye drops.

The usual dose is 1 drop into each eye twice daily, approximately 12 hours apart.

If used with other eye drops then allow a 15-minute interval between products.

Warnings

Do not touch the Vevye dropper on any surface, including the eyes or hands. The dropper is sterile. If it becomes contaminated (dirty), it could cause an infection in the eye(s).

Do not use this medicine while wearing contact lenses. Contact lenses may be reinserted 15 minutes following the administration of Vevye eye drops unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

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