LACRISERT®:
The Right Treatment
for You
LACRISERT® is right for you if1:
- You are suffering from moderate to severe Dry Eye
- You are tired of temporary relief with artificial tears and looking for continuous, long-term relief from your Dry Eye symptoms
- You are using artificial tears more than 4 times daily and seeking a preservative-free, once-daily* alternative
8 Out of 10 Dry Eye Sufferers Preferred LACRISERT® to Artificial Tears2
Speak to your eye care professional about Dry Eye to find out if LACRISERT® is the right treatment option for you.
You should NOT use LACRISERT® if you are allergic to hydroxypropyl cellulose. This is the only ingredient in LACRISERT®.1
*For most Dry Eye sufferers, one LACRISERT® inserted in each eye in the morning lasts the entire day. But some people may need to use it twice a day for symptom relief.1
References: 1. Lacirsert [prescribing information]. Lawrenceville, NJ: Aton Pharma, Inc; 2007.
2. Katz JI, Kaufman HE, Breslin C, Katz IM. Slow-release artificial tears and the treatment of keratitis sicca. Ophthalmology. 1978;85(8):787-793.
Important Safety Information
Do not use LACRISERT® if you are allergic to hydroxypropyl cellulose. Instructions for inserting and removing LACRISERT® should be carefully followed. If improperly placed, LACRISERT® may result in a scratch to the cornea of your eye. Because LACRISERT® may cause temporary blurred vision, please use caution when driving or operating machinery. Some patients may require twice daily use for optimal results, and in some patients best results with LACRISERT® may require several weeks of treatment. Rubbing the eye(s) containing LACRISERT® should be avoided. You should always discuss this safety information with your Doctor. The following adverse reactions have been reported, but were in most instances, mild and temporary: Temporary blurring of vision, Eye discomfort or irritation, Matting or stickiness of eyelashes, increased sensitivity to light, eyelid swelling, and Eye redness. 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.
