FDA Approves Vevye (cyclosporine) Ophthalmic Solution for the Treatment of the Signs and Symptoms of Dry Eye Disease

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June 8, 2023 - Novaliq GmbH announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Vevye TM (cyclosporine ophthalmic solution) 0.1% for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease. Vevye (development name CyclASol ® ) is the first and only cyclosporine solution indicated for the treatment of signs and symptoms of dry eye disease with efficacy demonstrated after 4 weeks of treatment.

Dosage is for one drop of VEVYE twice a day in each eye approximately 12 hours apart. The water-free product does not contain antimicrobial preservatives.

Dry eye disease (DED) affects millions of Americans and is one of the most common ocular surface disorders. A leading cause of DED is inflammation of the ocular surface. The chronic inflammatory nature causes progressive corneal surface damage that can lead to direct or indirect visual impairment.

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