Cyclosporine for dry eyes

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Asked for Male, 30 Years

Is cyclosporine safe for severe dry eyes? I've tried all regular eye drops and supplements but lately the symptoms have worsened. I understand that it's an immunosuppresant, so there may be some side effects. However I've read that eye drops (0.05% vol) are generally safe. Please advise.

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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar

Pulmonologist 46 yrs exp Hyderabad

Pl consult ophthalmologist with detailed history and reports and treatment taken for better evaluation and treatment.

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Dr. Ravi Chandna

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon 9 yrs exp Bhopal

Cyclosporine is safe. But my sincere advise is Find a doctor you trust. Follow their recommendations. Don't self treat.

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Dr. Saba Kausar

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon 12 yrs exp Bangalore

Please consult ophthalmologist

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Dr. Nikhilesh Shete

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon 7 yrs exp Sangli

Get detail evaluation. Consult cornea specialist nearby .

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Dr. Awanjala Varshney Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon 23 yrs exp Aligarh · Accepted Answer

Dr. Awanjala Varshney

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon 23 yrs exp Aligarh

Please consult an ophthalmologist in clinic before starting cyclosporine eye drops. Proper assessment of dry eyes is important before starting any medicine for dry eyes.

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