Acyclovir Eye Ointment
tube of 30.0 gm Eye Ointment
Prescription required
Manufacturer
Cipla Ltd
Salt Composition
Acyclovir (3% w/w)
Acyclovir Eye Ointment is an antiviral medicine which treats eye infections caused by Herpes simplex virus.
Introduction:
Acyclovir Eye Ointment is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash your hands before and after applying the medicine. Use it as long as your doctor has prescribed and do not stop using the medicine even if you get better. It may cause a stinging sensation and eye redness immediately following the application. However, these side effects are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they persist for a longer duration. Do not wear contact lenses while using it.
Dosage Form:
Eye Ointment
Side Effects:
How to Use:
This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid.
How it Works:
Acyclovir Eye Ointment is an antiviral medication which treats eye infections caused by Herpes simplex virus. It works by preventing the multiplication of the virus on the surface of your eyeball (cornea). This stops the production of new viruses and clears up your eye infection.
Quick Tips:
Interacting Drugs:
Introduction:
Acyclovir Eye Ointment is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash your hands before and after applying the medicine. Use it as long as your doctor has prescribed and do not stop using the medicine even if you get better. It may cause a stinging sensation and eye redness immediately following the application. However, these side effects are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they persist for a longer duration. Do not wear contact lenses while using it.
Dosage Form:
Eye Ointment
Side Effects:
- No common side effects listed.
How to Use:
This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid.
How it Works:
Acyclovir Eye Ointment is an antiviral medication which treats eye infections caused by Herpes simplex virus. It works by preventing the multiplication of the virus on the surface of your eyeball (cornea). This stops the production of new viruses and clears up your eye infection.
Quick Tips:
- Acyclovir Eye Ointment helps treat eye infections caused by Herpes simplex virus.
- Place it inside the lower eyelid five times a day. Do not apply at nighttime.
- Continue the treatment for at least 3 days after healing is complete.
- It may temporarily cause itching and stinging sensation immediately following application. Inform your doctor if this persists.
- Do not wear contact lenses while using Acyclovir Eye Ointment.
Interacting Drugs:
- Abacavir
- Adefovir
- Didanosine
- Entecavir
Alcohol Warning:
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy Warning:
Acyclovir Eye Ointment is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breastfeeding Warning:
Acyclovir Eye Ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy Warning:
Acyclovir Eye Ointment is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breastfeeding Warning:
Acyclovir Eye Ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Acyclovir Eye Ointment
tube of 30.0 gm Eye Ointment
Prescription required
Manufacturer
Cipla Ltd
Salt Composition
Acyclovir (3% w/w)