Cyclosporine use in “dry eye” syndrome

This literature review focuses on the need for anti-inflammatory therapy for “dry eye” disease (DED). Causes of development and mechanisms of pathogenesis of DED are presented. Principles of action of various groups of anti-inflammatory medications, as well as recommendations for cyclosporine use of are described. The results of studies on cyclosporine efficacy are highlighted, principles of cyclosporin prescription in DED are listed.