Tag: Ciclosporin

In clinical trials, approximately 18% of IKERVIS® users reported experiencing eye irritation or pain, often described as a burning or stinging sensation upon instillation. The key to understanding **why does IKERVIS sting?** lies in the unique formulation of these anti-inflammatory drops designed to treat severe keratitis in dry eye disease.

First isolated from a soil fungus in 1971, ciclosporin was the first highly effective immunosuppressive drug to be discovered. This medication works by dampening the immune system's response to prevent the body from rejecting transplanted organs and to manage various autoimmune conditions.