Prescription Required

Acivir Eye Ointment

by Cipla Ltd
Acyclovir (3% w/w)

₹59₹53

10% off
Acivir Eye Ointment

Introduction to Acivir Eye Ointment

Acivir 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.

Safety Advice for Acivir Eye Ointment

  • High risk
  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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Acivir 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.

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Acivir 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.

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Acivir Eye Ointment does not usually affect your ability to drive.

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How Acivir Eye Ointment works

Acivir 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.

How To Use Acivir Eye Ointment

  • 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.

Benefits Of Acivir Eye Ointment

  • Acivir Eye Ointment helps relieve symptoms of eye infections caused by Herpes simplex virus such as redness, swelling, itching and watering of eyes. This medicine kills the infection causing virus and prevents the further multiplication of the virus too. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. If you see no improvement even after a week, talk to your doctor.

Side Effects Of Acivir Eye Ointment

  • Eye redness
  • Stinging sensation

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FAQ's on Acivir Eye Ointment

Can aciclovir eye ointment be used on the lips?

Acyclovir topical cream is used to treat cold sores on the lips and face. Acyclovir topical ointment is used to treat genital herpes lesions. There is no cure for herpes and acyclovir will not prevent you from developing symptoms in the future.

What is the best antibiotic for eye infection?

Oral antibiotics such as azithromycin or doxycycline are effective treatments.

How long should I use chloramphenicol eye ointment?

Do not use them for more than 5 days, unless your doctor tells you to. This is because your eyes can become more sensitive or you could get another eye infection. Eye ointment - use the ointment until the eye appears normal and for 2 days afterwards. Do not use it for more than a week, unless your doctor tells you to.

Is Zovirax eye ointment available?

GSK will cease the manufacture and supply of Zovirax Eye Ointment globally during 2018 due to repeated challenges in guaranteeing a sustainable product supply. GSK regrets that it has no alternative but to discontinue this product.

What is ophthalmic ointment used for?

This medication is used to treat eye infections. This product contains neomycin, bacitracin, and polymyxin, antibiotics that work by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections.

What is aciclovir eye ointment used for?

Ophthalmic acyclovir is used to treat an infection of the eye caused by herpes simplex virus. Acyclovir is in a class of antiviral medications called synthetic nucleoside analogues. It works by stopping the spread of the herpes virus in the eye.

Prescription Required

Acivir Eye Ointment

by Cipla Ltd
Acyclovir (3% w/w)

₹59₹53

10% off
Acivir Eye Ointment

Acivir Eye Ointment

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