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Dry eye is a common ophthalmic disease. Besides the classic treatment drugs, patients can use the active ingredient Lifitegrast in Xiidra to relieve dry eyes. So how should Xiidra be used and what should be noted?
1. What is the use of Xiidra?
Xiidra contains the active ingredient Lifitegrast. Xiidra's mechanism of action is to inhibit a protein on the surface of cells. This protein can cause the patient's eyes to not produce enough tears or produce tears that are not dense enough to keep the eyes healthy. Therefore Xiidra eye drops are useful in treating the symptoms of dry eye disease.
In addition, patients can use Xiidra eye drops for other indications not listed in the drug instructions, but must comply with the doctor's prescription.
2. Some notes before taking Xiidra
The patient should strictly follow all manufacturer's instructions and the instructions of the treating physician. Patients should inform the doctor about all medical history, history of allergies as well as all medications being used.
Before taking Xiidra medicine, patients should be aware of the following issues:
It is not known whether Xiidra will harm an unborn baby, so please tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. pregnant; It is not known whether Xiidra eye drops pass into breast milk or, if so, harm a nursing baby. Patients should talk to their doctor if they are breast-feeding before starting Xiidra; Note that Xiidra is not approved for use in patients under 17 years of age.
3. Instructions for using Xiidra
Patients should use Xiidra exactly according to the instructions of the treating doctor, besides, should follow the manufacturer's instructions. Never use Xiidra in larger or smaller doses or for longer than recommended.
Xiidra usually doctors order 1 drop in each eye, 2 times per day (every 12 hours). Before instilling Xiidra, the patient should wash their hands thoroughly. At the same time, the patient did not use Xiidra eye drops while wearing contact lenses, and had to wait at least 15 minutes after instilling the medicine before putting the contact lenses back on.
Steps to use Xiidra eye drops:
The patient sits with his head back and pulls the lower eyelid down to form a small pouch; The patient holds the dropper above the eye with the tip facing down; Raise your eyes to look up and squeeze a drop of Xiidra into your eye with your hand; Close your eyes for 2 or 3 minutes with your head down. Be careful not to blink or squint. Then gently press your finger against the inner corner of the eye for about 1 minute to keep the medicine flowing into the tear duct. Patients only use the full dose of Xiidra eye drops prescribed by the doctor. If more than 1 drop is used at a time, the patient should wait approximately 5 minutes between instillations (only 1 drop at a time). Also, wait at least 10 minutes before using any other eye drops prescribed by your doctor.
An important note is not to touch the tip of the Xiidra eye dropper or let the tip of the tube come into direct contact with the eye. Contaminated droppers can infect the eyes and sometimes lead to serious vision problems.
Each box of Xiidra eye drops is for single use in both eyes. Discard the patient after a course of treatment, even if Xiidra eye drop solution remains.
Patients need to store Xiidra eye drops at room temperature, away from humidity, high temperature and direct sunlight.
4. Side effects of Xiidra
Patients taking Xiidra need emergency medical help if they have signs of an allergic reaction such as hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat.
Patients should stop taking Xiidra and call their doctor at once if any of the following side effects occur:
Vision problems; Red eyes or severe irritation. Some other common side effects of Xiidra may include:
Blurred vision; Eye irritation; Unusual or unpleasant taste in the mouth.
5. Xiidra . drug interactions
Xiidra has not recorded any interactions with other drugs. However, it is still important that patients discuss with their doctor any prescription medications they are taking before starting treatment with Xiidra.
Patients should also inform their treating physician about the use of vitamin supplements, other dietary supplements, and over-the-counter (OTC) medications. Also, don't forget to mention other topical eye treatments the patient may be using concurrently with Xiidra, such as OTC eye drops.
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