About cyclosporine
Calcineurin inhibitor immunosuppressant
Used for
- Increases tear production in people with dry eye disease linked to inflammation.
Usual adult dose
One drop in each affected eye twice daily, about 12 hours apart.
Common side effects
- Eye burning or stinging
- Eye redness or irritation
- Watery eyes
- Temporary blurred vision
Important warnings
- For use in the eyes only; do not swallow or inject.
- Avoid touching the vial tip to the eye or other surfaces.
- Remove contact lenses before use; reinsert after 15 minutes.
- Do not use if the emulsion is contaminated or the vial is damaged.
Pregnancy
Human pregnancy information is limited; use only when the expected benefit outweighs potential risk.
Breastfeeding
It is not known whether eye drops enter breast milk; discuss use with a healthcare professional.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.