Xiidra Prescription Online

Xiidra - Overview

Xiidra eye drops are a type of medication used in treating symptoms associated with dry eye disease. People who need a Xiidra eye drop prescription can use Push Health to connect with a medical provider who can prescribe Xiidra ophthalmic solution, including Xiidra eye drops, when appropriate to do so.

How Does Xiidra Work?

Xiidra prescription eye drops contain the active ingredient lifitegrast and belongs to a class of medications known as lymphocyte function-associated antigen-1 (LFA-1) antagonists. As an LFA-1 antagonist, Xiidra is thought to work by binding to cell proteins of cells in the immune system known as leukocytes that are active in dry eye disease. Through this process, Xiidra may slow down the adhesion of other cells known as T-cells and block the secretion of inflammatory chemicals known as cytokines. While these activities seemingly blunt some of the actions of the immune system in the eyes, the exact mechanism of how Xiidra results in changes in ocular symptoms is not well understood. Despite the lack of a full understanding of how Xiidra works, Xiidra prescription medication is approved for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease (DED) - similar to the medications Cequa and Restasis.

Xiidra - Cost and Coupon

Xiidra 5% is expensive, costing approximately $9 per ampule of Xiidra 5% solution. Xiidra's costs may be covered by insurance plans but it depends on the range of benefits offered by the plan. Xiidra coupons may also be available online or through the manufacturer and Xiidra copay cards may exist at times. Xiidra is often available in a 50 mg / 5 mL solution (Xiidra 5%). Many dosing regimens recommend administering one drop of Xiidra twice daily in each eye approximately 12 hours apart. Before using Xiidra, contact lenses should be taken out. Xiidra should be stored between 20° C and 25° C when not in use.

Can I Buy Xiidra Online?

Xiidra eye drops are not easily available in the United States as it requires a prescription from a medical provider before it can be obtained from a pharmacy. As a result, one cannot just buy Xiidra online or pick up Xiidra OTC at a pharmacy. People who need Xiidra, however, can use Push Health to connect with a medical provider who can prescribe Xiidra medication, including Xiidra eye drops, when appropriate to do so.

Xiidra - Side Effects

Xiidra prescription medication, like other eye drop medications, can cause side effects. Side effects that can result from Xiidra use include irritation and redness in the eyes, visual changes, and changes in one's sensation of the taste of food. Other side effects that can result from Xiidra eye drop use include headache, tearing, discharge, sinus irritation and conjunctival swelling. Xiidra and alcohol should not be used together. People with a known hypersensitivity to Xiidra should not use the medication. Prior to using Xiidra medication, it is important to discuss possible side effects and other concerns with one's medical provider and pharmacist.

More Xiidra Information

• Xiidra - FDA