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Cystaran Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Cysteamine 0.44%; ophthalmic soln; contains benzalkonium chloride.
Pharmacological Class
Cystine-depleting agent.
How Supplied
Soln—15mL
Manufacturer
Cystaran Indications
Indications
Treatment of corneal cystine cystal accumulation in patients with cystinosis.
Cystaran Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
Instill one drop in each eye every waking hour. Discard after 1 week of use.
Cystaran Contraindications
Not Applicable
Cystaran Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Cystaran Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Remove contact lenses prior to application; may be reinserted after 15mins. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.
Cystaran Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Cystaran Interactions
Not Applicable
Cystaran Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Light sensitivity, redness, eye pain/irritation, headache, visual field defects; possible benign intracranial hypertension.
Cystaran Clinical Trials
See Literature
Cystaran Note
Not Applicable
Cystaran Patient Counseling
See Literature
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