✅ Prescription Required
Rx Optimmune® Ophthalmic Ointment – 3.5 g Tube
Optimmune® Ophthalmic Ointment is a prescription medication for dogs containing cyclosporine, a powerful local immunomodulator used to manage keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS), also known as dry eye, and chronic superficial keratitis (CSK). This specialized formula helps reduce inflammation, protect tear glands, and stimulate tear production, preserving long-term eye health. It is often recommended for lifelong consistent therapy to maintain optimal eye function and comfort.
Key Details:
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Strength & Count: 2 mg cyclosporine USP per gram; 3.5 g tube.
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Class: Ophthalmic immunomodulator.
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Indication (Dogs): Treatment of KCS (dry eye) and CSK to reduce inflammation, redness, and irritation.
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Mechanism of Action: Broad anti-inflammatory effects that minimize damage to tear glands while stimulating tear production.
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Use Only Under Vet Supervision: Not evaluated for use in puppies, pregnant dogs, or breeding dogs. Delay treatment in cases of active viral or fungal eye infections until resolved.
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Cautions: Do not abruptly discontinue previously prescribed tear supplements without veterinary direction. Clinical effects may take several days to weeks to appear.
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Storage: Store between 36° and 77°F (2°–25°C).
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Regulatory: Prescription required; federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
California Residents: Click Here for Proposition 65 Warning – This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Keep out of reach of children and other household pets.
This item is not returnable or refundable.
Sold in Qty. of 1 (3.5 g tube).
Product type: |
Animal Health & Wellness > Medicine |
Brand: |
Optimmune |
Size: |
3.5 gm |
Status: |
Available |
Animal type: |
Dog |
Weight: |
0.50 |
Prescription required: |
YES |
Proposition 65 warnings: |
YES |
GTIN: |
662858378269 |