{"product_id":"restasis-cyclosporine","title":"RESTASIS\/VERKAZIA\/CEQUA (Cyclosporine)","description":"\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat is this medication?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRESTASIS\/VERKAZIA\/CEQUA (Cyclosporine)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImmunosuppresant Agent; Ophthalmic Calcineurin Inhibitor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRESTASIS\/VERKAZIA\/CEQUA (Cyclosporine) is officially indicated to treat keratoconjunctivitis sicca-associated ocular inflammation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow does this medication work?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImmunosuppresive agent that reduces the production and release of interleukin II and inhibits interleukin II-induced activation of resting T-lymphocytes via inhibition of calcineurin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow should I take this medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstill one drop into each eye twice a day, approximately 12 hours apart. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow instructions provided by physician\/pharmacy label, use consistently at same times each day unless otherwise directed, store at room temperature.  Apply light pressure to lacrimal sac (inside corner of eye near nose) for 60 seconds after application to prevent drainage of the drop from eye.  Single use vials must be used immediately after opening and remaining content should be disposed of.  May use a lubricant eye drop 15 minutes before and after administration of cyclosporine if needed to irritation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYou Need to Avoid:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Remove contact lenses before applying and wait at least 15 minutes after administration before reinserting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat should I watch for while using this medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore starting RESTASIS\/VERKAZIA\/CEQUA (Cyclosporine)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emake sure your physician is aware of any allergies or medications you currently take, if you are pregnant, or breastfeeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat if I miss a dose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you miss a dose of this medicine, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eDo not apply a double dose to make up for a missed one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow should I store this medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep out of the reach of children at all times. Store this medication at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eSingle-Use Vials:\u003c\/em\u003e It is important that 1 vial be used each time and immediately discarded after each use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat are the possible side effects of using this medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEye pain or a burning sensation in the eyes are the most common side effect and may be managed with use of unmedicated lubricant eye drops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote this is not a complete list of side effects for RESTASIS\/VERKAZIA\/CEQUA (Cyclosporine), only common ones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ALLERGAN\/SANTEN\/SUN PHARMA","offers":[{"title":"0.05% - 5.5ml Ophthalmic Emulsion - Canada","offer_id":47140265066814,"sku":null,"price":448.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.05% - 30x0.4ml Ophthalmic Emulsion - Canada","offer_id":47140265099582,"sku":null,"price":226.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/0321\/7982\/products\/Restasismulti-dose.jpg?v=1695155169","url":"https:\/\/www.advochealth.com\/products\/restasis-cyclosporine","provider":"AdvocHealth","version":"1.0","type":"link"}