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Optivir
Biopharma Ltd.
Generic: Acyclovir (Ophthalmic)
Safety Advices
বাংলা
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SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Optivir 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Optivir is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE
Optivir does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Medicine Overview of Optivir 3% Eye Ointment
Introduction
Optivir is an antiviral medicine 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. Optivir is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash your hands before and after applying the medicine. Hold the tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. It may cause stinging sensation and eye redness...
... Show moreUses of Optivir
Side effects of Optivir
Common
- Eye redness
How to use Optivir
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.
How Optivir works
Optivir 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.
What if you forget to take Optivir?
If you miss a dose of Optivir, 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 regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
- Optivir 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 Optivir.
Brief Description
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 renal physiology (e.g. ciclosporin, tacrolimus).
Adult Dose
Renal impairment. Pregnancy, lactation. Neurological abnormalities with significant hypoxia, serious hepatic or electrolyte abnormalities. Maintain adequate hydration.
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 kinase with subsequent conversion to the diphosphate and active triphosphate by cellular enzymes. This active form inhibits viral DNA synthesis and replication by interfering with viral DNA polymerase enzyme and being incorporated into viral DNA.
Precaution
Herpes simplex keratitis
Pregnancy Category Note
Eye application may produce stinging, superficial punctate keratopathy, blepharitis or conjunctivitis.
Interaction
Hypersensitivity.
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