RESTASIS® was developed specifically to treat a type of Chronic Dry Eye with decreased tear production due to inflammation. It can help increase the eyes' natural tear production with time and consistent use. In a study, patients using RESTASIS® saw an increase in tear production at 6 months.

In the largest study of more than 350 patients, 72% of participants were satisfied with the results after taking 0.05% cyclosporine ophthalmic emulsion for dry eye syndrome. Restasis works by decreasing swelling in the eye and increasing your eye's ability to produce tears.

In general, patients are advised to use Restasis for a minimum of 6 months, with the understanding that the vast majority will require lifelong treatment to remain symptom-free. Side effects were similar in 1-year and 3-year trials.

No, Restasis isn't a steroid. The active ingredient, cyclosporine, is an immune inhibitor. Healthcare providers often use it specifically to avoid or limit using steroids. Restasis is an immunosuppressant medication for your eyes.

Restasis is generally safe and well-tolerated, but if you experience any serious discomfort (i.e., more than just a slight burning of the eyes), contact your doctor. Restasis is not allowed in people with a history of serious eye infections. If you develop an eye infection, see your eye doctor immediately.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS Other side effects include eye redness, discharge, watery eyes, eye pain, foreign body sensation, itching, stinging, and blurred vision. If this persists or you have concerns, contact your doctor right away. Do not use RESTASIS® if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.

Restasis is generally safe and well-tolerated, but if you experience any serious discomfort (i.e., more than just a slight burning of the eyes), contact your doctor. Restasis is not allowed in people with a history of serious eye infections. If you develop an eye infection, see your eye doctor immediately.

Restasis is meant to be used as a long-term treatment. If you and your doctor determine that Restasis is safe and effective for you, you'll likely take it long term.

San Francisco-Discontinuing the use of cyclosporine ophthalmic emulsion 0.05% (Restasis, Allergan), the only FDA-approved drug to treat dry eye, may result in recurrence of the signs and symptoms of keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS), and reinstitution of the drug is needed to reverse those signs and symptoms, John ...

Cyclosporine is a very strong medicine. It can cause side effects that can be very serious, such as kidney problems. It may also decrease the body's ability to fight infections. You and your doctor should talk about the benefits of this medicine as well as the risks of using it.

Restasis is very safe. The side effects included stinging, redness, irritation and blurring.

Cyclosporine is a very strong medicine. It can cause side effects that can be very serious, such as kidney problems. It may also decrease the body's ability to fight infections. You and your doctor should talk about the benefits of this medicine as well as the risks of using it.