Medications
Patient information about medications commonly prescribed for neuro-ophthalmology conditions. Each guide covers how the medication works, dosing, and potential side effects.
44 medication guides reviewed by board-certified specialists
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Eculizumab (Soliris)
A biologic that blocks complement, FDA-approved for NMO to prevent relapses.
Rituximab (Rituxan)
A biologic medication that targets B cells, used for NMO, myasthenia gravis, and other autoimmune conditions.
Teprotumumab (Tepezza)
The first FDA-approved medication specifically for thyroid eye disease, targeting IGF-1 receptor.
Tocilizumab (Actemra)
An IL-6 inhibitor used for giant cell arteritis and neuromyelitis optica.
Eysuvis (Loteprednol 0.25%)
A low-dose steroid eye drop specifically approved for short-term treatment of dry eye disease flares.
Loteprednol (Lotemax, Eysuvis)
A 'soft' steroid eye drop for treating eye inflammation with lower risk of pressure elevation than traditional steroids.
Methylprednisolone (IV Steroids)
High-dose intravenous corticosteroid used for acute inflammatory conditions affecting vision.
Prednisone (Oral Steroids)
A corticosteroid medication used to reduce inflammation in many neuro-ophthalmic conditions.
Rocklatan (Netarsudil/Latanoprost)
Combination eye drops for glaucoma containing a rho kinase inhibitor and prostaglandin analog to lower eye pressure.
Simbrinza (Brinzolamide/Brimonidine)
Combination eye drops for glaucoma containing a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor and alpha agonist to lower eye pressure.
Cequa (Cyclosporine 0.09%)
Prescription eye drops for dry eye disease with higher concentration cyclosporine using nanomicellar technology.
Cyclosporine Eye Drops
Prescription immunomodulator eye drops that reduce inflammation and increase tear production in dry eye disease. Available as Restasis, Cequa, and generic.
Restasis (Cyclosporine 0.05%)
Prescription eye drops that increase tear production in patients with dry eye disease.
Azathioprine (Imuran)
An immunosuppressant medication used as a steroid-sparing agent for various autoimmune conditions.
Methotrexate
An immunosuppressant used as a steroid-sparing agent for inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.
Mycophenolate (CellCept/Myfortic)
An immunosuppressant medication used for autoimmune conditions, often as a steroid-sparing agent.