Verkazia

— THERAPEUTIC CATEGORIES —
  • Ocular allergy/inflammation

Verkazia Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Cyclosporine 0.01%; oph emulsion; preservative-free.

Pharmacological Class

Immunosuppressant (calcineurin-inhibitor).

How Supplied

Single-dose vials (0.3mL)—30, 60, 120

Manufacturer

Generic Availability

NO

Verkazia Indications

Indications

Vernal keratoconjunctivitis.

Verkazia Dosage and Administration

Adults and Children

<4yrs: not established. ≥4yrs: 1 drop into each affected eye 4 times daily.

Verkazia Contraindications

Not Applicable

Verkazia Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Verkazia Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Do not touch vial tip to the eye or other surfaces. Contact lenses (remove; may reinsert 15mins after instillation). Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.

Verkazia Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Verkazia Interactions

Interactions

Allow ≥10mins between dosing of any other ophthalmic product.

Verkazia Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

Ocular pain, pruritus.

Verkazia Clinical Trials

See Literature

Verkazia Note

Not Applicable

Verkazia Patient Counseling

See Literature