Acoltremon Ophthalmic

Acoltremon Ophthalmic is a prescription medication indicated for the treatment of signs and symptoms of dry eye disease.

• Acoltremon Ophthalmic is available under the following different brand names: Tryptyr.

Common side effects of Acoltremon Ophthalmic include:

• instillation site pain

Serious side effects of Acoltremon Ophthalmic include:

• not available

Rare side effects of Acoltremon Ophthalmic include:

• none

Seek medical care or call 911 at once if you have the following serious side effects:

• Severe headache, confusion, slurred speech, arm or leg weakness, trouble walking, coordination loss, unsteady, very stiff muscles, high fever, profuse sweating, or tremors.
• Serious eye symptoms such as sudden vision loss, blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights.
• Serious heart symptoms include fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeats; fluttering in the chest; shortness of breath; sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, or passing out.

This is not a complete list of side effects and other serious side effects or health problems that may occur because of the use of this drug. Call your doctor for medical advice about serious side effects or adverse reactions. You may report side effects or health problems to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Adult dosage

Ophthalmic solution

• 0.003 % single-dose vial

Dry Eye Disease

Adult dosage

• Instill 1 drop in each eye two times a day (approximately 12 hours apart)

Dosage Considerations – Should be Given as Follows: 

• See “Dosages”

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you and share this information with your doctor and pharmacist. Visit the RxList Drug Interaction Checker for any drug interactions. Check with your healthcare professional or doctor for additional medical advice, health questions, or concerns.

Contraindications

• None

Effects of drug abuse

• None

Short-Term Effects

• See “What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Acoltremon Ophthalmic?”

Long-Term Effects

• See “What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Acoltremon Ophthalmic?”

Cautions

• Potential for eye injury and contamination
  • To avoid the potential for eye injury and contamination, do not touch the vial tip to the eye or other surface
• Use with contact lenses
  • Do not administer while wearing contact lenses
  • Remove contact lenses before administration
  • Lenses may be reinserted for 15 minutes following administration

Pregnancy and Lactation

• There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women
• Systemic exposure from ocular administration is negligible
• Lactation
  • There are no data regarding the presence of human milk, its effects on breastfed infants, or milk production
  • Developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for therapy