Eysuvis Now Available For Dry Eye Disease
Eysuvis (loteprednol etabonate ophthalmic suspension) is now available for the short-term treatment of the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease.
Dry Eye
Dry Eye Treatments
Over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription agents for the management of dry eye.
MPR Weekly Dose Podcast Episode 56
This week we cover a study that identified factors associated with strong antibody responses to COVID; How convalescent plasmas benefits may be limited; A nasal spray to treat diabetic gastroparesis; Recommendations for colorectal cancer screening; And a new treatment approved for dry eye disease. And of course, movie trivia!
Eysuvis Approved for Dry Eye Disease
Results from 4 clinical trials showed that treatment with Eysuvis was associated with significant improvements in both the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease.
Eysuvis Under Review for Dry Eye Disease
The FDA has accepted for review the New Drug Application for Eysuvis™ (loteprednol etabonate ophthalmic suspension; Kala Pharmaceuticals) 0.25% for the treatment of dry eye disease.
Varenicline Nasal Spray Improves Signs, Symptoms of Dry Eye Disease in Trial
Positive topline data were announced from the phase 3 ONSET-2 study of OC-01 (varenicline; Oyster Point Pharma) nasal spray for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease.
New OTC Artificial Tear Formulations Available for Relieving Eye Dryness
Allergan has announced the addition of 3 new over-the-counter artificial tear products to their Refresh line.
NDA Submitted for Dry Eye Disease Treatment KPI-121 0.25%
The NDA includes data from one Phase 2 and two Phase 3 clinical trials (STRIDE 1 and STRIDE 2) involving ~2000 individuals with dry eye disease.
FDA Approves Cequa for the Treatment of Dry Eye Disease
Cequa was evaluated in 2 multicenter, randomized studies involving 1,048 patients with dry eye disease.
Refresh Repair Lubricant Eye Drops Now Available for Dry Eye
The new ocular drops contain carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) 0.5%, hyaluronic acid (HA), glycerin 0.9%, and other organic osmoprotectants.
