Improving drop instillation comfort with a cyclosporine A solution

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We're looking for participants with dry eyes to participate in a study to investigate the effect of refrigeration on instillation comfort of an anti-inflammatory eyedrop (Cequa, 0.09% cyclosporine A). You'll be asked to compare the comfort of a refrigerated Cequa drop in one eye, and a non-refrigerated Cequa drop in the other. You'll also undergo routine examination of the front of the eye, and some of these procedures involve touching the surface of your eye. 

Eligibility: Adults (>18 y/o) with moderate to severe dry eyes who are not pregnant, not breastfeeding, not a contact lens wearer, do not have an allergy to Cequa (cyclosporine) and fluorescein, do not have cancer or precancerous tissues around the eye.

Time commitment: Attend a single, 1-hour visit. Participants will receive $20 for their time and reimbursement for parking or public transit (max $7).