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Restasis Dosage

Generic name: CYCLOSPORINE 0.5mg in 1mL
Dosage form: ophthalmic emulsion

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Restasis Multidose ophthalmic emulsion

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 23, 2017.

Invert the unit dose vial a few times to obtain a uniform, white, opaque emulsion before using. Instill one drop of RESTASIS® ophthalmic emulsion twice a day in each eye approximately 12 hours apart. RESTASIS® can be used concomitantly with lubricant eye drops, allowing a 15-minute interval between products. Discard vial immediately after use.

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Availability Prescription only

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CSA Schedule* Not a controlled drug

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