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About Virucid Eye Ointment
Virucid Eye Ointment 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).
Virucid Eye Ointment contains Acyclovir, 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
Virucid Eye Ointment is for ophthalmic (for the eye) use only. Common side effects of Virucid Eye Ointment 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 Virucid Eye Ointment 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 Virucid Eye Ointment. Virucid Eye Ointment 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. Virucid Eye Ointment should be used in children only when advised by a doctor.
Uses of Virucid Eye Ointment
Directions for Use
Medicinal Benefits
Virucid Eye Ointment treats viral infection of the eye caused by the herpes simplex virus. It consists of Acyclovir, an antiviral drug that works by killing and stopping the growth of the herpes simplex virus on the cornea.
Storage
Drug Warnings
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in Virucid Eye Ointment. 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 the Virucid Eye Ointment if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machines until you have clear vision since Virucid Eye Ointment may cause temporary blurred vision.
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Side Effects of Virucid Eye Ointment
Habit Forming
Therapeutic Class
Product Substitutes
Virucid Eye Ointment 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 Virucid Eye Ointment. Also, remember to wash your hands before and after using the medication to avoid contamination.
If you use other eye ointments/drops along with Virucid Eye Ointment, 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 Virucid Eye Ointment. 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: This 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: This 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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Alcohol
Caution
There is limited information on how alcohol consumption affects Virucid Eye Ointment. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Caution
It is advised to consult your doctor if you plan to conceive or are already pregnant before starting Virucid Eye Ointment.
Breast Feeding
Caution
There are limited studies on how Virucid Eye Ointment affects breastfed infants. Please consult your doctor before using the Virucid Eye Ointment if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
Caution
Virucid Eye Ointment may cause side effects like blurry vision, affecting your driving ability. Do not drive or operate machinery in such cases. Drive only when you are alert and have clear vision.
Liver
Caution
Inform your doctor if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment before starting the use of Virucid Eye Ointment.
Kidney
Caution
inform your doctor if you have any history of kidney diseases before starting the use of Virucid Eye Ointment.
Children
Caution
Virucid Eye Ointment should be used for children only when advised by a doctor and in doses as prescribed, depending on the child's age and weight.