Lifitegrast

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 4, 2019.

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Pronunciation

(lif i TEG rast)

Index Terms

• Lifitegrast Sodium

Dosage Forms

Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling.

Solution, Ophthalmic [preservative free]:

Xiidra: 5% (5 ea)

Brand Names: U.S.

• Xiidra

Pharmacologic Category

• Lymphocyte Function-Associated Antigen 1 (LFA-1) Antagonist

Pharmacology

Lifitegrast binds to the integrin lymphocyte function-associated antigen-1 (LFA-1) and blocks the interaction of LFA-1 with its cognate ligand intercellular adhesion molecule-1 (ICAM-1).

Use: Labeled Indications

Dry eye disease: Treatment of the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease (DED).

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to lifitegrast or any component of the formulation.

Dosing: Adult

Dry eye disease: Ophthalmic: Instill 1 drop into each eye every 12 hours.

Dosing: Geriatric

Refer to adult dosing.

Dosing: Pediatric

Dry eye disease (DED): Adolescents ≥17 years: Ophthalmic: Instill 1 drop into each eye every 12 hours.

Administration

For topical ophthalmic use only. Remove contact lenses prior to administration and wait 15 minutes before reinserting. Do not touch the eye or surrounding area or any surface with the dropper tip to avoid contamination; discard single use container and unused solution after administration.

Storage

Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F). Store single-use containers in the original foil pouch.

Drug Interactions

There are no known significant interactions.

Adverse Reactions

5% to 25%:

Gastrointestinal: Dysgeusia

Local: Application site irritation

Ophthalmic: Decreased visual acuity

1% to 5%:

Central nervous system: Headache

Ophthalmic: Blurred vision, conjunctival hyperemia, eye discharge, eye discomfort, eye irritation, eye pruritus, increased lacrimation

Respiratory: Sinusitis

Warnings/Precautions

Special Populations:

• Contact lens wearers: Remove contact lens prior to administration and wait 15 minutes before reinserting.

Pregnancy Considerations

Systemic exposure following ophthalmic administration is low. In general, if ophthalmic agents are needed during pregnancy, the minimum effective dose should be used in combination with punctal occlusion to decrease potential exposure to the fetus (Samples 1988).

Patient Education

What is this drug used for?

• It is used to treat dry eyes.

Frequently reported side effects of this drug

• Eye irritation

• Change in taste

• Blurred vision

Other side effects of this drug: Talk with your doctor right away if you have any of these signs of:

• Signs of a significant reaction like wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Note: This is not a comprehensive list of all side effects. Talk to your doctor if you have questions.

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