Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm
About Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm
Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm belongs to the class of 'antivirals' used to treat eye/ocular herpes and herpes simplex keratitis. Eye/ocular herpes is an eye infection caused by the herpes simplex virus. Herpes simplex keratitis is an eye infection caused when the herpes simplex virus affects the cornea (clear front surface of the eye).
Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm contains Aciclovir, which works by killing and stopping the growth of the herpes simplex virus on the cornea. Thereby treats eye/ocular herpes and herpes simplex keratitis
Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm is for ophthalmic (for the eye) use only. Common side effects of Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm include eye irritation, burning or a stinging sensation at the application site, temporary blurred vision, sensitivity to the light, swollen and runny eyes, inflammation of the eyelids, and foreign body sensation. These side effects may not occur in every patient using Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm and gradually resolve over time if they occur. If the side effects persist longer or worsen, please seek a doctor's advice.
Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any medications. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm. Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm may cause temporary blurred vision; hence drive only when you are alert and have clear vision. Avoid contact of the tip of the dispensing container with the eye, eyelids, fingers, and other surfaces to prevent contamination. Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm should be used in children only when advised by a doctor.
Uses of Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm
Medicinal Benefits
Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm treats viral infection of the eye caused by the herpes simplex virus. It consists of Aciclovir, an antiviral drug that works by killing and stopping the growth of the herpes simplex virus on the cornea.
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Side Effects of Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm
Drug Warnings
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm. Avoid touching the tip of the dispensing container with bare hands or taking it closer to the eyelids to prevent contamination. If you wear contact lenses, remove them while administering the medicine into the eye. It is advised to check with your doctor before using Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machines until you have clear vision since Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm may cause temporary blurred vision.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Keep your doctor informed about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription drugs, before starting Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm.
Drug-Food Interaction: No drug-food interactions were found.
Drug-Disease Interaction: No interactions found.
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Disease/Condition Glossary
Eye/Ocular herpes is an eye infection caused by the herpes simplex virus. Symptoms include eye pain, inflammation, sensitivity to light, blurry vision, redness of the eye, and tearing of the cornea surface. If the infection is severe and spreads to the deeper middle layers of the cornea, it may lead to vision loss and blindness. Treatment involves antiviral medicines and steroids.
Herpes simplex keratitis is an eye infection caused when the herpes simplex virus affects the cornea (clear front surface of the eye). Symptoms include eye pain, tearing, redness, foreign body sensation, and sensitivity to light.