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Ciclosporin – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: RESTASIS

Strength: 0.5 mg/g | Form: Eye Drops

Price in UAE: AED 354.00

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Ciclosporin

Class: | Immunosuppressant, Ophthalmic Agent Use: | Treatment of dry eye disease (keratoconjunctivitis sicca) in patients who have a decrease in tear production Adult dose: | Instill one drop in each eye twice daily (approximately 12 hours apart) Pediatric dose: | Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients; not recommended for use in children Side effects: | Burning sensation in the eye, eye pain, redness of the eye, discharge from the eye, and blurred vision Contraindic

Drug Class

Immunosuppressant, Ophthalmic Agent

Uses & Indications

Treatment of dry eye disease (keratoconjunctivitis sicca) in patients who have a decrease in tear production

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20°C to 25°C or 68°F to 77°F); protect from light; do not freeze

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Allergan Pharmaceuticals Inc., U.S.A

Package Size

0.4ml Unit Dose Vial x 30 (5's Strip x 6)

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 354.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

Instill one drop in each eye twice daily (approximately 12 hours apart)

Pediatric Dose

Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients; not recommended for use in children

Side Effects

Burning sensation in the eye, eye pain, redness of the eye, discharge from the eye, and blurred vision

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to ciclosporin or any component of the formulation; active ocular infections

Important Warnings

May cause ocular irritation; use caution in patients with a history of ocular infections; not for injection; avoid touching the dropper tip to any surface to prevent contamination

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Ciclosporin available in UAE pharmacies:

CICLOGRAFT 20 mg/ml Eye Drops CICLORAL 100 mg Capsules CICLORAL 25 mg Capsules CICLORAL 50 mg Capsules GENGRAF 100 mg Capsules GENGRAF 25 mg Capsules RESTASIS 0.5 mg/g Eye Drops SANDIMMUN 50 mg/ml Solution For Iv Infusion SANDIMMUN NEORAL 10 mg Capsules SANDIMMUN NEORAL 100 mg Capsules

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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