Xiidra is a newer option for the treatment of the chronic symptoms of MGD. We find that Xiidra has a more rapid effect than Restasis (2-4 weeks rather than 6-8 weeks) Xiidra is provided in vials and the recommended dose is one drop in the morning or afternoon, and 1 drop in the evening. Some people have a stinging and burning feeling in their eyes after using Xiidra and this feeling can be quite severe. We find that that this discomfort with instillation resolves after a few weeks. Some people also have blurry vision for a few minutes after using Xiidra or can get a “funny” taste in the mouth, and these also resolve after a few weeks of use. (Dr. Levinson uses Xiidra and had all of these symptoms when he started, but they resolved and the Xiidra helped his symptoms.)
Baltimore Ophthalmologist | Dr Brett Levinson
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Meet Brett Levinson, MD
Dr. Levinson graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Maryland Medical School with Honors, and trained in corneal surgery at the prestigious Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia. Dr. Levinson has lectured extensively, and has been invited several times to address his colleagues at the annual American Academy of Ophthalmology conference and at the Maryland Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Levinson also frequently lectures other eye doctors on the treatment of corneal pathology, and his office is approved by the Maryland Optometric Association as a site for clinical observation for continuing education for Optometrists.