5 Miebo Side Effects and How to Manage Them
Miebo is prescribed for dry eye disease. Read about common and rare Miebo side effects and how to manage them.
Miebo
Used for Dry Eye
Used for Dry Eye
Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane) is a prescription eye drop that's used to treat dry eyes in adults. It's a semifluorinated alkane eye drop that forms a layer on the eye(s) to prevent tears from drying out. The most common side effects of Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane) are blurry vision and eye redness. Currently, it's only available under the brand name Miebo.
What is Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane)?
What is Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane) used for?
How Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane) works
Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane) is a semifluorinated alkane eye drop. It forms a layer on the top of the eye to prevent your natural tears from evaporating and drying out.
When does Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane) start working?Time passed since treatment started:
Drug facts
| Common Brands | Miebo |
|---|---|
| Drug Class | Semifluorinated alkane |
| Controlled Substance Classification | Not a controlled medication |
| Generic Status | No lower-cost generic available |
| Availability | Prescription only |
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Side effects of Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane)
The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Blurred vision (1-3%)
- Eye redness (1-3%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Eye pain
- Eye discharge
When do Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane) possible side effects begin and end?
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The following Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane) side effects have also been reported
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
- Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
- Blurry vision
- Eye redness
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Pros and cons of Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane)
Pros
- Preservative-free
- Not many side effects
- Stored at room temperature, which is convenient for traveling
Cons
- Needs to be applied 4 times a day
- Not known if safe for use in children
- Can cause blurred vision and eye redness
Pharmacist tips for Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane)
- It can take some time before you notice improvements to your dry eye symptoms after starting Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane). In studies, people noted relief by the second week of treatment; some people continued to experience improvements after a couple of months.
- Before using Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane), wash your hands and remove the cap of the bottle. Avoid touching the tip of the bottle to any surface or your eyes to prevent contamination and infection in your eyes.
- Hold the Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane) bottle upright and gently squeeze it. Then, turn it upside down and release. Place the bottle above your eye and squeeze it again to release one drop into your eye. Repeat for your other eye if you're using it for both eyes.
- If you wear contact lenses, make sure to remove them before using Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane). You can put them back in after waiting at least 30 minutes after using the drops.
- Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane) can cause blurred vision. Avoid driving until your vision becomes clear again.
- Store Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane) at room temperature and throw the bottle away after the expiration date.
- Ask your eye specialist about other ways to help with dry eyes while you're using Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane). They can recommend tips, such as limiting screen time or using an eye ointment at night.
Risks and warnings for Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane)
Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane) can cause some serious health issues. This risk may be even higher for certain groups. If this worries you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about other options.
Use with contact lenses
Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane) shouldn't be used while wearing contact lenses. If you wear contact lenses, make sure to remove them before applying the drops to your eyes. Wait at least 30 minutes after applying the drops before putting your contact lenses in.
Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane) dosage
The average cost for 1 dropper of 3ml of 1.338g/ml of Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane) is $0.00 with a free GoodRx coupon. This is 100.00% off the average retail price of $1,022.80. 
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Typical dosage for Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane)
- Adults: Place 1 drop into the affected eye(s) 4 times a day.
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What are alternatives to Miebo (perfluorohexyloctane)?
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