Baclosporin Eye Drops (Cyclosporine) (Single Use)

Adult eye dose

Instill 1 drop of this medicine into each eye twice daily, approximately 12 hours apart. Before use, invert the container up and down to mix until a uniform, white, opaque suspension is formed. If using this medicine together with artificial tears, administer them 15 minutes apart. Discard any remaining solution and the container after instillation.

This medication should be used with caution in patients with a history of herpetic keratitis as sufficient research has not been conducted. The effect of increased tear production has not been observed in patients using topical anti-inflammatory agents or punctal plugs while using this medication. It should not be used in patients with active eye infections or hypersensitivity or suspected hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients in this medication. The most common side effects include stinging or burning in the eyes, and some patients may experience conjunctival hyperemia, eye discharge, tearing, eye pain, foreign body sensation, itching, dysesthesia, vision disturbances, etc. Rarely, symptoms such as ocular swelling, severe allergic reactions, ocular surface damage, and hives have been reported, so if any abnormal symptoms occur, consult a healthcare professional immediately. Care should be taken to avoid contact of the container with the eye, and temporary blurred vision may occur upon instillation, so avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until vision is clear again. This medication is for ophthalmic use only, and after opening, should be used immediately for a single use, and any remaining contents or containers should be discarded. If wearing contact lenses, they should be removed prior to application, and lenses may be reinserted 15 minutes after application. Caution should be exercised when using this medication during pregnancy or breastfeeding, particularly in early pregnancy, where it should only be administered if necessary. The safety and efficacy of this medication in children under the age of 16 have not been established, hence its use is not recommended. This medication should be stored out of the reach of children, and expired medications should be discarded. Systemic administration studies report a low risk of carcinogenicity and genetic toxicity; however, studies related to the carcinogenicity of topical administration of this medication are limited. Therefore, care should be taken to follow the above precautions and consult a specialist if any abnormal symptoms occur.

• Burning sensation in the eyes
• conjunctival hyperemia
• discharge
• epiphora
• ocular pain
• foreign body sensation
• itching
• tongue pain
• vision impairment
• eyelid swelling

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is important to keep the storage temperature between 15 to 25 degrees Celsius, as maintaining this range ensures the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

A homogeneous liquid in a white opaque or slightly translucent bottle made of translucent plastic.

Package unit

0.4mL/tube X 30 units