Chronic Dry Eye (keratoconjunctivitis sicca) is a medical condition that needs continuous therapy. It can be caused by advanced age, contact lens wear, certain medications, eye diseases, or other medical conditions. One type of Chronic Dry Eye is characterized by decreased tear production due to inflammation. For this type of Chronic Dry Eye, RESTASIS® Ophthalmic Emulsion helps increase your eyes' natural ability to produce tears.

Constantly using artificial tears may be a sign of Chronic Dry Eye

Some people who suffer from Chronic Dry Eye use artificial tears. Over time, some people need them more and more often as the condition gets worse. They may also find that using different kinds or brands of artificial tears aren't enough. Using artificial tears can help moisten the eyes and may provide short-term relief, but they cannot help increase tear production.

RESTASIS® (cyclosporine ophthalmic emulsion) 0.05%: A prescription eye drop

RESTASIS® is the only prescription eye drop that helps increase your eyes' natural ability to produce tears, which may be reduced by inflammation due to a certain type of Chronic Dry Eye. RESTASIS® Ophthalmic Emulsion did not increase tear production in patients using anti-inflammatory eye drops or tear duct plugs. RESTASIS® can help you make more of your own tears.

Indication:
RESTASIS® Ophthalmic Emulsion helps increase your eyes’ natural ability to produce tears, which may be reduced by inflammation due to Chronic Dry Eye. RESTASIS® did not increase tear production in patients using anti-inflammatory eye drops or tear duct plugs.

Important Safety Information:
RESTASIS® Ophthalmic Emulsion should not be used by patients with active eye infections and has not been studied in patients with a history of herpes viral infections of the eye. RESTASIS® should not be used while wearing contact lenses. If contact lenses are worn, they should be removed prior to use.

The most common side effect is a temporary burning sensation. Other side effects include eye redness, discharge, watery eyes, eye pain, foreign body sensation, itching, stinging, and blurred vision.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

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