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Is Restasis a steroid eye drop?

How does Xiidra differ from OTC dry eye treatments?

How long do you need to use Restasis? Forever?

Just wondering since my eye doctor did not give me a yes or no answer to this question. And this drug works well for me but my prescription, each time for 4 months is $215.00.

Has anyone else developed cancer after being on Restasis?

I was very healthy, was put on Restasis for dry eye. several months later 2 malignant melanomas, then blood cancer. research shows it is an immune suppressant and causes cancer, so there must be others out there with this experience. Thx

What is the shelf life for Restasis, do I toss after expiration date?

I have two shrink wrapped containers of Restasis with the expiration date of 2/2013.

Restasis - what happens if you use the vial twice instead of once?

I'm currently using this expensive eye drops, a vial has enough med for 2 dosages, what happens if I save the vial for the next dosage instead of discard it?

Is it normal to have a burning sensation in eyes after using Restasis?

I've only been using this product for a few days, but have a burning or stinging sensation for most of the day when using it. It's not unbearable but it's not that comfortable either. Just wondering if anyone else is experiencing this?

Restasis has just been prescribed for me by my ophthalmologist, but my family doctor insists it does

... not work and is against me taking it. I know this is a general question, but does this stuff really help? My severe dry eye has caused corneal abrasions

There are 60 vials in the pack of Restasis I received. Do I use each vial 2 times or one time?

I was instructed to put a drop in each eye, twice a day--once at about 7:30 a.m. and again about 7:30 p.m. Do I use only one vial for both applications, or do I use one vial for the morning application and a second vial for the evening application?

Restasis side effect headaches, hot flashes, blurry vision?

Since I have been taking Restasis, I have been having some slight headache and hot flashes. Not all the time but often. I am also on Timlol My glaucoma. When the rations have anything to do with this?

Is it necessary to taper from restasis?

It has been almost 3 days since I used it. My eyes are dry but not as bad. Still have to use tears about 4 times a day and ointment at night. My doctor had said to go to 3 times a day if necessary. Could that have been too much? She is on maternity leave right now: not sure what to do! Thanks

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