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SIDE EFFECTS

The most common adverse event following the use of RESTASIS® (cyclosporine) was ocular burning (17%).

Other events reported in 1% to 5% of patients included conjunctival hyperemia, discharge, epiphora, eye pain, foreign body sensation, pruritus, stinging, and visual disturbance (most often blurring).

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Last reviewed on RxList: 7/9/2010
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.

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