Sevirax3%
Eye Ointment
Gaco Pharmaceuticals(G.A Company Ltd)
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Sevirax is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Sevirax is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. |
| Driving | SAFE Sevirax does not usually affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Sevirax is an antiviral medicine which treats eye infections caused by Herpes simplex virus. It works by preventing the multiplication of the virus on t... View More
Uses of Sevirax
Side effects of Sevirax
- Eye redness
How to use Sevirax
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 ... View More
How Sevirax works
Sevirax is an antiviral medication which treats eye infections caused by Herpes simplex virus. It works by preventing the multiplication of the virus on... View More
What if you forget to take Sevirax?
If you miss a dose of Sevirax, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your r... View More
- Sevirax helps treat eye infections caused by Herpes simplex virus.
- Place it inside the lower eyelid five times a day. Do not apply at nighttime.
- Continue the tretment for at least 3 days after healing is complete.
- It may temporarily cause itching and stinging sensation immediately following application. Inform your doctor if this persists.
- Do not wear contact lenses while using Sevirax.
Indication
As 3% Eye oint: Apply 5 times/day until 3rd day of complete healing.
Administration
Probenecid, cimetidine and mycophenolate mofetil may increase the plasma concentration of aciclovir. Increased nephrotoxic effects w/ drugs that affect ... View More
Adult Dose
Renal impairment. Pregnancy, lactation. Neurological abnormalities with significant hypoxia, serious hepatic or electrolyte abnormalities. Maintain adeq... View More
Renal Dose
Activity against HSV types I and II and varicella-zoster virus is due to intracellular conversion of aciclovir to the monophosphate by viral thymidine k... View More
Precaution
Herpes simplex keratitis
Pregnancy Category Note
Eye application may produce stinging, superficial punctate keratopathy, blepharitis or conjunctivitis.
Interaction
Hypersensitivity.
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