About cyclosporine
Ophthalmic calcineurin inhibitor immunosuppressant
Used for
- Increases tear production in people with dry eye disease associated with 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
- Blurred vision
- Watery eyes
Important warnings
- For use in the eyes only; do not inject or swallow.
- Remove contact lenses before use; reinsert after 15 minutes.
- Avoid touching the dropper tip to prevent contamination.
- Vision may be temporarily blurred after application.
Pregnancy
Human pregnancy information is limited; absorption into the bloodstream after eye use is low.
Breastfeeding
Information is limited; systemic absorption after eye use is low.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.