Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm

Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm 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.

Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm 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

Common side effects of Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm include eye irritation, burning or a stinging sensation at the application site, temporary blurred vision, sensitivity to light, swollen and runny eyes, inflammation of the eyelids, and foreign body sensation. 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 Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm. Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm may cause temporary blurred vision; hence, drive only when you are alert and have clear vision.

Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm is used in the treatment of viral eye infection caused by the herpes simplex virus. The detailed uses of Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm are as follows:

• Treatment of Herpes Simplex Keratitis:Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm is used to treat herpes simplex keratitis, an infection of the cornea (the transparent front part of the eye) caused by the herpes simplex virus. It helps reduce symptoms such as eye pain, blurred vision and redness.
• Prevention of Recurrence in Herpes Simplex Infections:Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm may be used to prevent Herpes Simplex Infections recurrence, particularly in people with a history of repeated flare-ups.
• Post-Surgical Infection Prevention:Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm may be used to prevent viral infections in individuals at high risk for herpes simplex virus infections after certain eye surgeries.

• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
• Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
• Do not touch the dropper tip or other dispensing tip to any surface since this may contaminate the solution.

• Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm is effective against viral infections caused by herpes simplex and varicella-zoster viruses.
• It contains Aciclovir, which stops viral growth and helps eliminate the virus from infected cells.
• By controlling viral replication, Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm alleviates symptoms like pain, lesions, and inflammation associated with these viral infections.
• Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm aids faster recovery by limiting the spread and damage caused by the virus.

• Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm.
• Avoid touching the tip of the dispensing container with your 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 Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Avoid driving or operating machines until you have clear vision since Acivir Eye Ointment 5 gm may cause temporary blurred vision.