Restasis Side Effects

Generic name: cyclosporine ophthalmic

Note: This document contains side effect information about cyclosporine ophthalmic. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Restasis.

Some side effects of Restasis may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.

For the Consumer

Applies to cyclosporine ophthalmic: ophthalmic emulsion

Serious side effects are not expected to occur during treatment with this medication.

Eye burning, redness, tearing, discharge, pain, itching, stinging, or visual blurring may occur.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to cyclosporine ophthalmic: ophthalmic emulsion

Ocular

Ocular side effects have most commonly included ocular burning (17%). Conjunctival hyperemia, discharge, epiphora, eye pain, foreign body sensation, pruritus, stinging and visual disturbances (most often blurring) have been reported in 1% to 5% of patients.
Postmarketing side effects include: superficial injury of the eye during administration (from the vial tip touching the eye).

Hypersensitivity

Postmarketing side effects include: hypersensitivity (eye swelling, urticaria, rare cases of severe angioedema, face swelling, tongue swelling, pharyngeal edema and dyspnea).

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