Tyrvaya (varenicline tartrate)

Nasal Preparations - Nicotinic Receptor Partial Agonist Nasal Spray, Metered, Non-Aerosol (Ml)

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data

Overview

Varenicline is a partial nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonist of alpha4beta2, alpha4alpha6beta2, alpha3beta4, and alpha3alpha5beta4 receptors and a full alpha7 receptor agonist.

USES: Varenicline is used to treat dry eyes. It works by increasing the amount of tears you make.

Generic name: varenicline tartrate
Pronunciation: (var-EN-i-kleen)
Drug class: Nasal Preparations - Nicotinic Receptor Partial Agonist
Therapeutic class: Respiratory Therapy Agents

Reference product & biosimilars

No reference, biosimilar or interchangeable associated with this drug.

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Indications

The following indications are listed for Tyrvaya:

  • Tear Film Insufficiency

Also known as: Dry Eyes Syndrome.

Dosing

It isessential that the manufacturer's labeling be consulted for more detailed information on dosage and administration of this drug. Dosage summary:

*One spray in each nostril twice daily (approximately 12 hours apart).

*Prime with seven (7) actuations before initial use. Re-prime with 1 actuation if not used for more than five (5) days.

*Do not shake.

Drug interactions

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Contraindications

*None.

Adverse reactions

The most common adverse reaction reported in 82% of patients was sneezing. Events that were reported in 5-16% of patients were cough, throat irritation, and instillation-site (nose) irritation.

Precautions

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ICD codes

CodeTypeDescription
Tear film insufficiency
H04.12ICD10CMDry eye syndrome
H04.121ICD10CMDry eye syndrome of right lacrimal gland
H04.122ICD10CMDry eye syndrome of left lacrimal gland
H04.123ICD10CMDry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
H04.129ICD10CMDry eye syndrome of unspecified lacrimal gland

ICD code information from First Databank (FDB).

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data