
Neoral25 mg
Capsule
Medicine overview
Indications of Neoral 25 mg
Theropeutic Class
Pharmacology
Neoral 25 mg is an immunosuppressive agent when administered systemically.
In patients whose tear production is presumed to be suppressed due to ocular inflammation associated with keratoconjunctivitis sicca, topical Neoral 25 mg is thought to act as a partial immunomodulator.
Dosage & Administration of Neoral 25 mg
Contraindications
Side Effects of Neoral 25 mg
Pregnancy & Lactation
Precautions & Warnings
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neoral 25 mg used for?
Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Emulsion is indicated to increase tear production in patients whose tear production is presumed to be suppressed due to ocular inflammation associated with dry eye syndrome (keratoconjunctivitis sicca).In addition to this, several clinical studies have showed that cyclosporine is effective in the management of different eye diseases like vernal keratoconjunctivitis, posteri…
What is the dosage of Neoral 25 mg?
One drop of Cyclosporine eye drop should be instilled twice a day in each eye approximately 12 hours apart. Cyclosporine eye drop can be used concomitantly with artificial tears, allowing a 15-minute interval between products.
What are the side effects of Neoral 25 mg?
The most common adverse event was ocular burning. Other events reported included conjunctival hyperemia, discharge, epiphora, eye pain, foreign body sensation, pruritus, stinging, and visual disturbance (most often blurring).
Who should not take Neoral 25 mg?
Cyclosporine is contraindicated in patients with active ocular infections and in patients with known or suspected hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients in the formulation.
What precautions should be taken with Neoral 25 mg?
Cyclosporine eye drop should not be administered while wearing contact lenses. Patients with decreased tear production typically should not wear contact lenses. If contact lenses are worn, they should be removed prior to the administration of this formulation. Lenses may be reinserted 15 minutes following administration of Cyclosporine eye drop.
Is Neoral 25 mg safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
Pregnancy: There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Emulsion in pregnant women. It should be administered to pregnant women if clearly needed. Lactation: Cyclosporine is known to be excreted in human milk following systemic administration but excretion in human milk after topical treatment has not been investigated. Although blood concentrations are undetectable…
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