Restasis is a special medicine used to help with dry eyes, especially for people with a condition called Sjogren’s syndrome. This syndrome is an autoimmune disorder where the glands that make tears and saliva don’t work right. This can make your eyes and mouth feel really dry and uncomfortable.

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Restasis works by calming down the inflammation, or irritation, in the glands that make tears. It helps prevent them from getting more damaged. Some people even find that their tear production gets better over time with Restasis.

But here’s the thing: Restasis doesn’t make your eyes feel wet or produce tears right away. It’s more about protecting your tear glands and preventing more damage. It can take a few weeks, or even up to 6 months, for you to feel the full benefit of Restasis. Some people might stop using it because they think it’s not working, but it’s really important to keep using it as directed by Dr. Boparai, unless he says otherwise.

If you’re still feeling uncomfortable, Dr. Boparai might also give you artificial tears to use every day. These are eye drops that can help soothe your eyes and make them feel better.

Restasis is usually safe and doesn’t cause too many problems, but if you ever feel more than just a little bit of burning in your eyes or any other discomfort, it’s important to let Dr. Boparai know. He can help you figure out if Restasis is still the right choice for you.