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Practical usage of ciclosporin 0.09% for moderate-severe dry eye disease (Perth)

Date: 3/09/2024 (AWST)

Venue: QT Perth, 133 Murray Street, Perth, WA, 6000

Provider: Sun Pharma ANZ

Contact: Sarah Kim, [E] sarah.kim@sunpharma.com, [P] 0426788600

Activity Outline

Join our interactive CPD educational dinner event at QT Perth where Leigh Plowman (founder of Dry Eye Directory) will explore the role of Cequa (ciclosporin 0.09%) in the management of moderate to severe dry eye disease and discuss the practical considerations with its usage, including prescribing, patient selection and patient education. Real-life clinical application to achieve best patient outcomes using Cequa will be examined through case studies and interactive discussions.

For further details and to register your space for the event, please click the link:

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/practical-usage-of-ciclosporin-009-for-moderate-severe-dry-eye-disease-wa-tickets-953013758807

Learning Objectives

  • Understand why treating underlying inflammation is important in moderate-severe dry eye disease for long term disease management
  • Understand the role of ciclosporin 0.09% in the management of moderate-severe dry eye disease
  • Develop a deeper understanding of the practical considerations in ciclosporin 0.09% management therapy including patient education, prescribing and expectations
  • Understand how to utilise ciclosporin 0.09% for moderate-severe dry eye disease in clinical practice for best patient outcomes

Max CPD hours awarded: 2.5

Session Information

Name
Practical use of ciclosporin 0.09% in moderate-severe dry eye disease
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
Yes
Therapeutic?
Yes
Duration of CPD Session/Module
2.5
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
2.5

Acknowledgement of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation Optometry Australia acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.