Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Solution Compounded
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What is Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Solution Compounded?
A sterile eye solution containing cyclosporine which helps to treat keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS or dry eye) in dogs. Compounding is beneficial in instances where a specific dosage is unavailable or in different forms to make it easier to dose your pet. Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Solution Compounded requires a prescription from your veterinarian.
Please Note:
Custom compounds add 2-3 business days to prepare and cannot be shipped to AK, AL, CA, DC, DE, GU, HI, ID, KS, MA, ME, MI, MS, MT, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PR, SD, TX, VI, VT, WV, or WY
For:
Dogs
Benefits:
- Can increase natural tear production
- Reduces inflammation
How does Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Solution Compounded work?
Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Solution Compounded has broad anti-inflammatory effects that help to reduce damage to the tear glands while also stimulating tear production.
Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Solution Compounded Directions:
- Cyclosporine, a prescription medication, is used in dogs for the management of chronic keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS or 'dry eye").
- Cyclosporine is an immunosuppressive agent used to reduce inflammation in the eye(s).
- Cyclosporine is used in dogs only. Do not use in cats.
Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Solution Compounded Dosage for Dogs:
Weight | Dosage |
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All weights | Remove debris from eye(s) with a nonirritating solution. |
Cats | Do not use! |
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Horses | Do not use! |
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Store this product at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.
What is a Compounded Medication?
A compounded medication is the creation of a particular medication to fit the unique needs of a patient, including changing the form of the medication (e.g., from a solid pill to a liquid) for a variety reasons (e.g., to make it easier to take, to avoid a non-essential ingredient, to obtain the exact dose needed, adding favorite flavors).
If you are having difficulty giving your pet prescribed medication or need to find a discontinued medication, 1-800-PetMeds offers compounding services on select medications. We can prepare the following: (1) custom strength quantities of a medication (as capsules, liquid, chewable tablets, or transdermal (absorbed through the skin); (2) dosage forms to mask bitter or unpleasant taste (such as capsules or chewable tablets that can also be flavored); (3) dosage forms to make it easier to dose your pet such as a transdermal or liquid (that can also be flavored); and (4) discontinued products such as cisapride or DES.