Valuable Links
The following Web sites* may help you learn more about your Dry Eye:
- The Sjögren’s Syndrome Foundation—Provides relevant information if you are suffering from Dry Eye due to Sjögren’s syndrome
- MedLinePlus—Provides a brief outline of Dry Eye and how it may affect you
- WebMD—Provides an in-depth explanation of Dry Eye
- eMedicineHealth—Offers detailed information about Dry Eye
- The National Eye Institute—Provides information about various eye diseases and disorders that affect Americans, including Dry Eye
- The Dry Eye Zone—Provides an interactive community offering a discussion forum and other information about Dry Eye
- Dry Eye Yellow Pages—Looking for an eye care professional in your area? The Dry Eye Yellow Pages provides a nationwide list of eye care professionals in one convenient location
Although not specifically focused on Dry Eye, the following links* provide helpful information about Sjögren’s syndrome:
- The International Scleroderma Network—Provides information on Sjögren’s syndrome and online support
- Sjogren's World—Offers book reviews, a chat room, and discussion forums
Additional useful sites*:
- DrugWatch—Provides education to the public about prescription and over-the-counter medications that have the potential to cause debilitating side effects.
Indications and Usage
LACRISERT® is indicated in patients with moderate to severe Dry Eye syndromes, including keratoconjunctivitis sicca. LACRISERT® is indicated especially in patients who remain symptomatic after an adequate trial of therapy with artificial tear solutions. LACRISERT® is also indicated for patients with exposure keratitis, decreased corneal sensitivity, and recurrent corneal erosions.
Important Safety Information
LACRISERT® is contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to hydroxypropyl cellulose. Instructions for inserting and removing LACRISERT® should be carefully followed. If improperly placed, LACRISERT® may result in corneal abrasion. Because LACRISERT® may cause transient blurred vision, patients should be instructed to exercise caution when driving or operating machinery. Patients should be cautioned against rubbing the eye(s) containing LACRISERT®.
The following adverse reactions have been reported, but were in most instances, mild and temporary: transient blurring of vision, ocular discomfort or irritation, matting or stickiness of eyelashes, photophobia, hypersensitivity, eyelid edema, and hyperemia.
Talk to your doctor if you have side effects that bother you or that do not go away. You are encouraged to report side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.FDA.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
*Aton Pharma, Inc. does not endorse the information contained on these Web sites. When you click on these links, you will be leaving the LACRISERT® Web site.
