RESTASIS
Generic: cyclosporine
- Manufacturer
- AbbVie
- NDC
- 0023-5301
- RxCUI
- 2572292
- Route
- OPHTHALMIC
- ICD-10 indication
- H04.129
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About RESTASIS
What is this medication?
Restasis is a prescription eye drop used to increase the eyes' natural ability to produce tears. It is specifically indicated for patients whose tear production is suppressed due to ocular inflammation associated with a condition called keratoconjunctivitis sicca, which is more commonly known as chronic dry eye. The active ingredient, cyclosporine, acts as an immunomodulator that helps reduce inflammation on the surface of the eye. By addressing this underlying inflammation, the medication helps the tear glands function more effectively rather than simply providing temporary lubrication like over-the-counter artificial tears.
The medication is generally packaged in single-use vials and is intended for use twice daily, approximately twelve hours apart in each eye. Patients are advised to use the drops consistently to see results, as it often takes several weeks or months for the full benefits of increased tear production to become apparent. It is important to remove contact lenses before using the drops and wait at least fifteen minutes before reinserting them. As with any prescription treatment, users should consult with an eye care professional to ensure it is the appropriate solution for their specific ocular health needs.
Copay & patient assistance
- Patient Copay Amount: As little as $0 for a 90-day supply
- Maximum Annual Benefit Limit: Not Publicly Available (Note: Monthly maximums may apply)
- Core Eligibility Restrictions: Available to patients with commercial insurance coverage for RESTASIS single-dose vials or MultiDose bottles. Not available to patients receiving prescription reimbursement under any federal, state, or government-funded insurance programs (e.g., Medicare Part D, Medicare Advantage, Medigap, Medicaid, TRICARE, Department of Defense, or Veterans Affairs programs).
- RxBIN, PCN, and Group numbers: Not Publicly Available
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Prescribing information
From the FDA-approved label for RESTASIS. Official source: DailyMed (NLM) · Label effective Aug 21, 2025
Indications and usage
Dosage and administration
Contraindications
Warnings and precautions
Adverse reactions
Use in pregnancy
Label text is reproduced as-is from the FDA-approved label. We do not paraphrase, summarize, or omit. Content above is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your prescribing clinician or pharmacist before making decisions about your medication.
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Medicare Part D coverage
How RESTASIS appears across Medicare Part D plan formularies nationally. Source: CMS monthly Prescription Drug Plan file (2026-04-30).
Covered by plans
60%
3,317 of 5,509 plans
Most common tier
Tier 3
On 86% of covering formularies
Prior authorization required
0%
of covering formularies
| Tier | Formularies on this tier | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 (preferred generic) | 24 | 14% |
| Tier 2 (generic) | 1 | 1% |
| Tier 3 (preferred brand) | 151 | 86% |
Step therapy: 0% of formularies
Quantity limits: 52% of formularies
Coverage breadth: 176 of 65 formularies
How to read this:plans on the same formulary share tier + PA rules. Your specific plan's copay depends on (a) the tier above, (b) your plan's cost-share for that tier, (c) whether you're in the initial coverage phase or past the 2026 $2,000 out-of-pocket cap. For your exact plan, check its Summary of Benefits or log in to your Medicare.gov account. Copay cards don't apply to Medicare (federal law).
Prior authorization & coverage
| Payer | PA | Step therapy | Copay tier |
|---|---|---|---|
— Medicare Part D | — | — | — |
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How this page is sourced
- Drug identity verified against openFDA NDC Directory.
- Label text (when shown) originates from NLM DailyMed.
- Copay and assistance URLs verified periodically; if you hit a broken link, tell us.