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Eysuvis (Loteprednol Etabonate Ophthalmic Suspension)
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Product Details
Description
Eysuvis (loteprednol etabonate ophthalmic suspension) 0.25% is an eye drop that is used for up to two weeks to treat signs and symptoms of dry eye disease.
Fact Table
Formula
C24H31ClO7
License
US FDA
Bioavailability
None
Legal status
Rx-Only
Chemical Name
Loteprednol etabonate
Elimination half-life
2.8 hrs
Dosage (Strength)
0.25% 8.3ml
Pregnancy
Consult Doctor
Brands
Eysuvis
Protein binding
95%
PubChem CID
444025
MedlinePlus
a619025
ChEBI
31784
ATC code
S01BA14
DrugBank
DB14596
KEGG
D01689
Routes of administration
Eye drops
Directions
Eysuvis is an eye drop suspension that contains 2.5 mg/mL of loteprednol etabonate.
Follow the instructions that come with your Eysuvis prescription. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about any questions or concerns you have about your prescription.
Before using Eysuvis, wash your hands thoroughly. To prevent contamination, keep the dropper tip from touching surfaces. Shake the bottle for 2 to 3 seconds. Place one to two drops into each eye four times a day.
Wait at least 5 minutes between using Eysuvis and other eye drops.
Remove contact lenses before using Eysuvis. You may reinsert them 15 minutes after using Eysuvis.
Ingredients
The active ingredient in Eysuvis is loteprednol etabonate, a corticosteroid.
Contraindications
Do not use Eysuvis if you have a viral eye disease such as epithelial herpes simplex keratitis, vaccinia, and varicella.
Do not use Eysuvis if you have a mycobacterial eye infection or fungal eye disease.
Cautions
- Before you start treatment with Eysuvis, inform your doctor:
- Of all the medications you take. These include prescription, nonprescription, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
- Of your allergies.
- Of your health conditions.
- If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
- If you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed.
- Eysuvis may cause prolonged healing and perforation of the cornea.
- Using Eysuvis for a long period of time may cause vision problems such as glaucoma.
- Eysuvis may cause cataracts.
- Eysuvis may increase the risk of secondary eye infections and mask or worsen an existing infection.
- Eysuvis can lengthen the course of or worsen viral eye infections such as herpes simplex. Caution should be used if you have ever had herpes simplex.
- Using Eysuvis for a long period of time can increase the risk of fungal corneal infections.
Side Effects
Eysuvis can cause side effects such as pain in the instillation site. However, this is not the only possible side effect of Eysuvis. Contact your doctor right away if you have side effects that become troublesome or persistent.
Reference:
Eyesuvis (loteprednol etabonate ophthalmic suspension) 0.25%, for topical ophthalmic use. Watertown, MA: Kala Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; 2020.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 13654
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