Xiidra TM
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Active ingredients: lifitegrast
Brand name
(ARTG)
: XIIDRA lifitegrast 50 mg/mL eye drops single-use ampoulesWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
XIIDRA is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe dry eye disease in adults for whom prior use of artificial tears has not been sufficient.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Eye Drops, solution
- Ophthalmic
- Clear, colourless to slightly coloured ophthalmic solution. The solution is contained in single-use ampoules.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 20 ampoules (Starter Pack) pack
- 60 ampoules pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient lifitegrast
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
This medicine is under additional monitoring as it is new or being used in a different way. You can help identify new safety information by reporting any side effects you may get.
- You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems.
- For more information on the Black Triangle Scheme and how to report side effects, see www.tga.gov.au/black-triangle-scheme
