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Composition

ACICLOVIR-3% W/W

Consume Type

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

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About Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm

Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm 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).

Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm 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

Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm is for ophthalmic (for the eye) use only. Common side effects of Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm 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 Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm 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 Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm. Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm 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. Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm should be used in children only when advised by a doctor. 

Uses of Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm

Eye/ocular herpes and herpes simplex keratitis.

Directions for Use

Eye ointment: Wash your hands thoroughly before applying the eye ointment to your eye to avoid contamination. Please do not touch the ointment tube tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface. Tilt your head back, look upward and create a pouch by pulling your lower eyelid down. Squeeze the tube gently and place a 1cm ribbon of ointment into the lower conjunctival sac. Close your eye and roll the eyeball to ease the spreading of medication. Do not try to blink and avoid rubbing the eye. After using, wipe the tip of the tube with a clean tissue and close the cap tightly. Repeat at regular intervals as suggested by your doctor.Eye drops: Tilt your head back and pull your lower eyelid downwards and outwards. Gently squeeze the dropper and instil the eye drops in the eye/eyes. Blink a few times to spread the medication inside your eye.

Medicinal Benefits

Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm 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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm

  • Eye irritation
  • Sensitivity to the light
  • Swollen and runny eyes
  • Inflammation of the eyelids
  • Foreign body sensation
  • Stinging/burning sensation
  • Temporary blurred vision 

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm. 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 Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machines until you have clear vision since Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm may cause temporary blurred vision.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AciclovirCidofovir
Critical
AciclovirTenofovir alafenamide
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AciclovirCidofovir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm:
Co-administration of Cidofovir with Acyclovir can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm with Cidofovir is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. You should consult a doctor if you experience vomiting, irregular urination, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, weakness, and palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
AciclovirTenofovir alafenamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm:
Coadministration of Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm with Tenofovir alafenamide may increase the risk or severity of kidney injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm with tenofovir alafenamide can result in an interaction. However, if the benefits outweigh the risks, your doctor will prescribe them. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as decreased or increased urine output, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting your doctor.
AciclovirIodamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm:
Coadministration of Iodamide contrast with Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm may increase the risk or severity of kidney injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Before undergoing any imaging procedure let your doctor know you are on Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm treatment.
AciclovirTacrolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm:
Co-administration of Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm with tacrolimus may increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm with Tacrolimus can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience signs such as decreased or increased urine output, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting a doctor.
AciclovirTenofovir disoproxil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm:
Coadministration of Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm with Tenofovir Disoproxil may increase the risk or severity of kidney disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm with Tenofovir disoproxil can result in an interaction, it can be taken when your doctor has advised it. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience decreased or increased urine output, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AciclovirMetrizamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm:
Coadministration of Metrizamide in contrast with Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm may increase the risk or severity of kidney disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Before undergoing any imaging procedure, let your doctor know you are on Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm treatment. Look out for signs such as vomiting, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, or weakness. Consult the doctor immediately.
AciclovirAmphotericin b
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm:
Coadministration of Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm with Amphotericin B can increase the risk or severity of kidney disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm with Amphotericin b together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Consult a doctor if you experience irregular urination, muscle ache, shortness if breath, or palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AciclovirEverolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm:
Coadministration of Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm with Everolimus may increase the risk or severity of kidney injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm with Everolimus together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience vomiting, irregular urination, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, breathing difficulty, muscle pains, dizziness, or palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AciclovirTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm:
Concomitant use of Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm with Tizanidine can increase the risk of developing low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm with Tizanidine can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience signs such as dizziness, excessive sweating, or palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AciclovirSirolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm:
Coadministration of Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm with Sirolimus may increase the risk or severity of kidney injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm with Sirolimus can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience vomiting, a decrease in hunger, irregular urine, weight gain or loss, swelling, difficulty breathing, muscle pain, or weakness, consult a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Eat foods rich in antioxidants such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, etc.
  • Know your allergy triggers, such as pollen, dust and other factors.
  • Do not rub your eyes even though some ophthalmic drugs make your eye itchy.
  • If you wear contact lenses: Clean and replace contact lenses more often. Never share contact lenses. Always wash your hands before inserting and removing the contact lens. 
  • Avoid staring at the digital screens for longer durations. Rest your eyes every 20 minutes.
  • Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIVIRALS

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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ACICLOVIR-3% W/WOther disorders of kidney and ureter, not elsewhere classified
Severe
ACICLOVIR-3% W/WVolume depletion
Moderate

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ACICLOVIR-3% W/WOther disorders of kidney and ureter, not elsewhere classified
Severe
How does the disease interact with Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm:
Acyclovir should be used with caution to patients who have impaired kidney function. In patients with moderate to severe renal impairment, dosage modifications are advised.

How to manage the interaction:
The use of Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm in kidney disease patients is not advised as it may increase the severity of kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dosing according to the severity of your kidney disease.
ACICLOVIR-3% W/WVolume depletion
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm:
Patients who are dehydrated may be more susceptible to nephrotoxicity from using acyclovir. Acyclovir should be infused intravenously over the course of an hour, along with appropriate hydration.

How to manage the interaction:
Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm is excreted through the kidneys, dehydration may cause damage to kidney functions. Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm infusion over an hour is recommended in dehydrated patients. Urine output should be monitored.
ACICLOVIR-3% W/WCare involving dialysis
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm:
Hemodialysis effectively removes acyclovir from the body. Following 6 hours of dialysis, it has been demonstrated that plasma levels of acyclovir decrease by 60%. After hemodialysis, acyclovir should be administered. If not, a second dosage might be administered following each hemodialysis session.

How to manage the interaction:
Patients undergoing hemodialysis should be given Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm after completing hemodialysis as hemodialysis removes 60% of Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm from the body.

FAQs

Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm works by killing and stopping the growth of the herpes simplex virus on the cornea.

It is advised to remove your contact lens while using Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm. Also, remember to wash your hands before and after using the medication to avoid contamination.

If you use other eye ointments/drops along with Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm, it is advised to maintain a gap of at least 5-10 minutes between each administration. Also, use eye drops before applying any eye ointments.

Avoid the contact of the dropper or tip with fingers, eyes, and eyelids when using Acyclo-Care Eye Ointment 5gm. Topical eye products, when contaminated by patients with eye diseases, bacterial keratitis (an infection of the cornea) and ocular infections (eye infections) may occur, which result in vision loss.

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. 

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