Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/w)

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS2881

USA Brand Name

Avirax

Strength

3% w/w

Generic Name

Acyclovir Topical

Manufacturer

Cipla, India

## Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) (Acyclovir)

## What Is The Generic Name Of Acivir:

Acyclovir is the generic version of Acivir

## USA Brands Equivalent To Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

Avirax

## About Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) is antiviral Eye Ointment having Acyclovir as an active moiety which is used totreatEye Infections by Herpes Simplex Virus. You can find this prescription based drug at all the leading online pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## Manufacturer Of Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

Cipla, India is the one of the top leading Pharmaceutical Company which manufactures Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v).It can be purchased from our online pharmacy.

## Strength Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

Acivir Eye Ointment contains Acyclovir per Eye Ointment. This medicine may be available in various strengths.

## Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) (Acyclovir) Is Used For The Treatment Of:

It is used in the treatment of:

Herpes Zoster Infections

Genital Herpes

Chickenpox

## How Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) (Acyclovir) Works:

Acyclovir is an active antiviral medication in Acivir Eye Ointment which acts by preventing the multiplication of the virus in human cells thus stopping the virus from producing new viruses.

## Before You Use Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

You should be sure that:

You are not allergic to it

It is not affecting the mother and baby during pregnancy/breastfeeding

It does not interact with the medicines you are taking with it

## When Not To Use Acivir Eye Ointment (Acyclovir):

You should avoid using the medicine if you:

Are Allergic/Hypersensitive to it

If you are taking some medicines/supplements which raise the chances of Allergy or sunburn like Antibiotics and Medicines used in mood disorders

If you are pregnant/conceiving/Breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Are allergic to Acivir Eye Ointment or any of its content

Are taking any other medicines for any disorder or diseases

Are using some Herbal Products or OTC medicines

Are Pregnant or trying to conceive baby or are breastfeeding. It may cause harm to the unborn or newly born baby

Have any Pre-existing eye Disease, or any Surgery

## Dosage:

Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) (Acyclovir) are used for viral infections like herpes or chicken pox or eye infection and are also available in various substitutes with different strengths at every leading drugstore, online pharmacy stores , and medical supply store. Always ask your doctor about the dosage and frequency of the drug as severity or age make a difference in dose of the drug to be taken which varies in every individual.

Patients are advised to take every dose at fixed time as directed by the doctor. It is not recommended for pregnant/breastfeeding women and children.

## How Much Of Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) (Acyclovir) Should Be Applied:

You are advised to take the dose as suggested by your doctor. Do not exceed than prescribed and try not to skip or stop in between the course even if you are feeling better.

## How To Use Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) is for external use only. Take the medicine in the dosage and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label of the bottle for directions before use. Hold the tube close to the eye without touching the eye. Squeeze the tube gently and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid from the eye.

## For How Long Should You Continue Applying Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

You should take this medicine for as long as directed by your physician. Moreover, its effects usually become noticeable as long as in 2-3 days to weeks. Do not stop taking in between if you are unable to see the effects soon. Always contact your doctor for any decision you want to take or he wanted you to take.

## Overdose Of Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

Contact your doctor or reach nearby medical emergency centre if you are experiencing overdose symptoms like Swelling and redness, unusual tiredness and weakness, Black or tarry stools, etc.

## Missed Dose Of Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

A missed dose of Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) should be taken as soon as you remember. Skip the dosage if it is the time for the next dosage. Do not double the dosage for next time if you missed once. Inform or ask your doctor if you have missed multiple doses.

## Side Effects Of Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

The side effects of Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) include:

Swelling and redness

Abdominal pain

Increased thirst

Loss of appetite

Unusual tiredness and weakness

Black or tarry stools

Fever with chills

Seizures

Unusual bleeding

Diarrhea

Headache

## Drugs Interact With Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

Using other OTC drugs, herbal supplements, vitamins, or any other substances may alter the medicinal effects of Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v). It may cause either an allergic reaction or a serious effect and may nullify the effect of your medicine. Few drugs that are known to interact with Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) are mentioned below:

Phenytoin

Tacrolimus

Sulfasalazine

It interacts with diseased conditions like:

Kidney disease

Neurological disorder

## Contraindication:

Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) should not be used in

Hypersensitive conditions/allergy

It is used with extra caution in Kidney stones and old age people

It is not recommended for infants (<2 years) and in pregnant or breastfeeding women

## Warning And Precautions:

Stop using it and consult your doctor if allergy persists.

Never use the expired product.

It is to be used with caution in the elderly and pediatric population

Always keep the Eye Ointment in proper conditions and out of the reach and sight of the children.

## Things To Remember:

Take plenty of water while taking this medicine to avoid kidney damage and accumulation of the medicine.

Read the insert/leaflet of the medicine thoroughly.

Inform your doctor about your medical history and follow the instructions as directed by the doctor.

## How To Store Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

Keep Acivir Eye Ointment (3% w/v) at cool temperature in a dry, dark and clean place. Avoid refrigeration of the Eye Ointment.