Eyevir Eye Ointment

Eyevir Eye Ointment

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Information about Eyevir Eye Ointment (Brand: Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd) - Uses: Herpes Simplex Virus Infections,Chickenpox,Shingles,Herpes labialis,Genital herpes infection

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  • MRP: ₹ 65.35
  • Packing: 5.0 gm in 1 tube
  • Salt Combination: Acyclovir (3% w/w)
  • Brand: Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
  • Uses: Herpes Simplex Virus Infections,Chickenpox,Shingles,Herpes labialis,Genital herpes infection

Description

  • Eyevir Eye Ointment is an antiviral medicine
  • It helps in treating viral infections like herpes labialis, herpes simplex virus infections, shingles, genital herpes infection, and chickenpox
  • It prevents the multiplication of viruses in human cells and therefore helps in clearing the infection
  • Eyevir Eye Ointment is administered as an injection by a healthcare professional
  • Kindly do not self-administer
  • It is given by slow intravenous (I.V.) infusion over a 1-hour period to avoid damage to kidneys
  • You should drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine as it helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.
  • Some side effects include vomiting, nausea, and increased liver enzymes
  • You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness
  • Inform your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration
  • Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Cautions

Liver: CAUTION: Eyevir Eye Ointment should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Eyevir Eye Ointment may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney: CAUTION: Eyevir Eye Ointment should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Eyevir Eye Ointment may be needed. Please consult your doctor.^It is advisable to drink plenty of water while you are taking this medicine.
Driving: SAFE: Eyevir Eye Ointment does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Eyevir Eye Ointment is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Pregnency: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Eyevir 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.
Alcohol: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Eyevir Eye Ointment. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action: Antiviral (Non-HIV) drugs
Therapeutic class: ANTI INFECTIVES
Habit Forming: No
Chemical Class: Nucleoside analog

Uses

Uses of Eyevir Eye Ointment

  • In Herpes Simplex Virus Infections Eyevir Eye Ointment is an antiviral medicine
  • It slows the growth and spread of the herpes virus in the body
  • It will not cure herpes and neither it prevents passing on the infection to others
  • However, it can speed up healing of the sores and decrease the symptoms such as tingling, pain, burning, itching
  • Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit
  • In Chickenpox Eyevir Eye Ointment is used for the treatment of chickenpox
  • It is most effective if it is started within 24 to 48 hours after the onset of the rash
  • It is given by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered
  • However, chickenpox is highly contagious
  • You can help prevent the spread of chickenpox by practicing good hygiene and washing your hands frequently
  • Reduce your exposure to people who have chickenpox
  • If you already have chickenpox, stay at home until all of your blisters have dried and crusted over
  • In Shingles Shingles is a viral infection that causes a painful rash
  • Eyevir Eye Ointment can shorten the length and severity of shingles
  • It is most effective if you start taking it as soon as possible after the rash appears
  • Keeping the immune system healthy is the best way to prevent shingles
  • Maintaining good hygiene is another way of preventing shingles
  • In Herpes labialis Herpes labialis, commonly known as cold sores, is a viral infection that primarily affects the lip
  • Symptoms typically include a burning pain followed by small blisters or sores
  • The first attack may also be accompanied by fever, sore throat, and enlarged lymph nodes
  • Eyevir Eye Ointment can speed up healing of herpes labialis and also prevent recurrence of the sores
  • In Genital herpes infection Genital herpes infection is a common sexually transmitted infection marked by genital pain and sores
  • It can affect both men and women
  • Symptoms include pain, itching and irritation
  • Eyevir Eye Ointment helps in treating the symptoms effectively and also prevents multiplication of the infection causing virus.
Missed Doses
If you miss a dose of Eyevir Eye Ointment, consult your doctor.

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Side Effects

Common and Known Side effects of Eyevir Eye Ointment
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Injection site reaction
  • Increased liver enzymes

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