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EYSUVIS (loteprednol etabonate)

Ophthalmology Approved 2020-10-26

Eysuvis is a corticosteroid used for the short-term relief of signs and symptoms associated with dry eye disease. It helps patients manage these issues for a duration of up to two weeks. This medication is typically prescribed to address the inflammatory components of the condition.

Source: FDA Label • Novartis

How EYSUVIS Works

This medication works by binding to and activating glucocorticoid receptors to inhibit the inflammatory response. It limits several processes associated with inflammation, such as edema, capillary dilation, and leukocyte migration. Additionally, it is thought to work by inhibiting the production of prostaglandins.

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Phase 3 Trials
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Details

Status
Prescription
First Approved
2020-10-26
Patent Cliff
2033

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Routes
OPHTHALMIC
Dosage Forms
SUSPENSION/DROPS

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Active Ingredient: LOTEPREDNOL ETABONATE

EYSUVIS Approval History

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Original
New Indication
New Form
Label Update
1 FDA actions from 2020 to 2020 · 1 indication expansions
Oct 2020 ORIGINAL
New Indication · Type 10 - New Indication Submitted as Distinct NDA - Not Consolidated

What EYSUVIS Treats

1 indications

EYSUVIS is approved for 1 conditions since its original approval in 2020. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.

  • Dry Eye Disease
Source: FDA Label

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Clinical Trial Registry

12 trials
Trial Sponsor ID Phase Status Title
NCT04555694 results posted TC-2020-DexRes Ph 4 completed Comparing Treatment of Dry Eye With Intracanalicular Dexamethasone, Restasis, and/or Lotemax
NCT01437982 628 Ph 4 completed A Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of Lotemax Ophthalmic Suspension 0.5%
NCT01443442 results posted MAC-06-11 Ph 4 completed Bepreve vs. Alrex in Subjects With Moderate to Severe Allergic Conjunctivitis
NCT01475643 results posted 670 Ph 3 completed Loteprednol vs Prednisolone for the Treatment of Intraocular Inflammation Following Cataract Surgery in Children.
NCT03098953 881 Ph 1 completed Evaluation of the Safety, Systemic Pharmacokinetics, and Tolerability of Single and Repeat Ocular Installations
NCT01853696 results posted 2013-0424 Ph 4 completed Comparison of Corticosteroid Dosing Regimens After Endothelial Keratoplasty
NCT00699153 results posted 526 Ph 3 completed Loteprednol Etabonate in an Ophthalmic Base vs Vehicle for the Treatment of Inflammation Following Cataract Surgery
NCT00705159 results posted 550 Ph 4 completed Safety and Efficacy of Zylet vs Lotemax, Tobramycin and Vehicle in Pediatric Blepharoconjunctivitis
NCT02028312 CEI.HER-002 Ph 4 withdrawn A Phase IV, Randomized, Parallel Group, Investigator-Masked Evaluation of the Effect of Loteprednol Etabonate Ophthalmic Gel 0.5% on the Initiation of Dry Eye Treatment With Restasis®
NCT01724892 othana001 Ph 4 completed Comparison the Effects of Dexamethasone and Loteprednol on Epithelial Healing
NCT01060072 results posted 577 Ph 3 completed Evaluation of Loteprednol Etabonate Versus Vehicle for the Treatment of Inflammation and Pain Following Cataract Surgery
NCT01010633 results posted 576 Ph 3 completed Loteprednol Etabonate Versus Vehicle for the Treatment of Inflammation and Pain Following Cataract Surgery
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Understanding FDA Approval Types
Count Type What it means
- ORIG Original approval - drug first enters market
- SUPPL - Efficacy New indication (new disease/condition approved)
- SUPPL - Labeling Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates)
- SUPPL - Manufacturing Production changes (new facility)
- SUPPL - Chemistry Formulation changes (new dosage strength)

Green lines in the timeline show ORIG and Efficacy approvals - the clinically meaningful milestones.

EYSUVIS FDA Label Details

Indications & Usage

FDA Label (PDF)

EYSUVIS is indicated for the treatment of Dry Eye Disease.

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EYSUVIS Patents & Exclusivity

Latest Patent: May 2033

Patents (17 active)

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Source: FDA Orange Book

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