Verkazia is specifically designed to meet the needs of patients with vernal keratoconjunctivitis (VKC)1-3

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Verkazia is designed for kids with VKC

Learn about the Verkazia mechanism of action

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Learn about how Verkazia works to control VKC

 

 

Verkazia uses proprietary cationic ophthalmic emulsion technology to increase cyclosporine bioavailability in the cornea1,3

Cationic ophthalmic emulsion enables rapid spread, maximization of contact, prolonged exposure, and near doubling of concentration of cyclosporine in the cornea1,3

VKC is a complex and chronic disease that may pose serious risks to the eye

VKC can be hard to identify. Learn the hallmark signs and symptoms

In addition to common allergic conjunctivitis symptoms like redness, tearing, mucous discharge, and itching, look for any of these hallmarks of VKC6,7:

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    Photophobia6,7

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    Horner-Trantas dots6,7
    Focal white limbal dots

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    Shield ulcers6,7

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    Upper tarsal giant (“cobblestone”) papillae6,7
    >1 mm in diameter with flattened tops

VKC is differentiated from atopic keratoconjunctivitis by its earlier age of onset and conjunctival involvement on the upper tarsus7

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Prolonged or frequent use of corticosteroids is a real concern for patients with unpredictable symptoms throughout the year

Up to 28% of VKC patients

have an adverse response to chronic steroid use, such as elevated IOP, which can progress to complications such as glaucoma in 2% to 5% of cases8

Risks of steroid overuse:

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    Steroid overexposure can cause cataracts

     Cataracts2,9

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    Steroid overexposure can cause glaucoma

    Glaucoma2,9

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    Steroid overexposure can lead to infection

    Infection2,9

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    Steroid overexposure can lead to delayed wound healing

    Delayed wound healing9

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