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Compare Tyrvaya vs. Restasis

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  • Tyrvaya (varenicline)
    Cyclosporine (Restasis)
  • Tyrvaya (varenicline)
    Cyclosporine (Restasis)

  • Summary of Tyrvaya vs. Restasis

    Summary for Cholinergic agonist
    Prescription only

    Tyrvaya (varenicline) is a cholinergic agonist. It's a nasal spray used to treat dry eye in adults. This medication is sprayed into each nostril, typically twice a day. Some side effects of Tyrvaya (varenicline) include sneezing, cough, and throat irritation.

    Summary for Immunosuppressant
    Prescription only

    Cyclosporine eye drops, also known by the brand names Restasis and Restasis MultiDose, treat dry eye in people 16 years and older. It's an immunosuppressant called a calcineurin inhibitor, and it helps with tear production. Cyclosporine (Restasis) comes in single-use vials and multi-dose bottles. Only the single-use vials have a generic version. The eye drops are used twice every day. The most common side effect is a burning feeling in the eye, which usually gets better as you continue to use the medication.

  • Indications of Tyrvaya vs. Restasis

    Indications for
    •Dry eye
    Indications for
    •Dry eye in people 16 years and older

  • Pros and Cons of Tyrvaya vs. Restasis

    Pros and Const for Cholinergic agonist
    Pros
    •Can relieve dry eyes in as quickly as 5 minutes
    •Can cause eyes to make 50% more tears after a month of treatment
    •Can be stored at room temperature
    Cons
    •Must be used twice a day and in each nostril
    •Brand name only
    •Commonly causes sneezing as a side effect
    Pros and Const for Immunosuppressant
    Pros
    •Helps your eye make its own tears
    •Can use with other lubricating eye drops, such as artificial tears
    •Available as single-use vials and multi-dose bottles
    Cons
    •Need to use twice a day
    •Can take a long time (up to 6 months) to see improvement in dry eyes
    •Commonly causes a burning sensation in the eye

  • Common Side Effects of Tyrvaya vs. Restasis

    Common Side Effects for
    •Sneezing (82%)
    •Cough (16%)
    •Throat irritation (13%)
    •Nose irritation (8%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Burning sensation in the eye (17%)

  • Warnings of Tyrvaya vs. Restasis

    Common Side Effects for
    Common Side Effects for
    •For use in the eye only
    •Avoid use with contact lenses

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