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Rescula (unoprostone isopropyl)

Last updated on: Jan 24, 2007

Brand Name:	Rescula
Active Ingredient:	unoprostone isopropyl
Strength(s):	0.15%
Dosage Form(s):	Ophthalmic Solution
Company Name:	Ciba Vision
Availability:	Prescription only
*Dated Approved by FDA:	August 3, 2000
*Approval by FDA does not mean that the drug is available for consumers at this time. This information is provided by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration. For more information about this drug, click here.

What is Rescula used for?

Rescula is used to lower eye pressure in people with elevated eye pressure who cannot use other medications or who have not responded to other medications.

Who should not take Rescula?

You should not use Rescula if you are allergic to unoprostone isopropyl, benzalkonium chloride or any other ingredients.

Special Warnings with Rescula:

Rescula can increase the amount of brown pigment in the iris. These changes may be permanent. The change in eye color occurs slowly and may not be noticeable for months to several years. The long-term effects of the increased pigment are not known at this time.

What are some possible side effects of Rescula? (This is NOT a complete list of side effects reported with Rescula. Your health care provider can discuss with you a more complete list of side effects.)

Burning/stinging of the eyes
Dry eyes
Itching
Increased length of eyelashes
Redness of the eyes You should not use Rescula if you are allergic to unoprostone isopropyl, benzalkonium chloride or any other ingredients.
Abnormal vision
Eyelid swelling or redness
Sensation of having an object in the eye
Tearing

This information is provided by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration.
For more information about this drug, click here.