ACYVIR Eye Ointment
Therapeutic Class
Antiviral
Indications
Acyvir eye ointment is indicated for treatment of Herpes Simplex Keratitis.
Chemical Composition
Acyclovir USP 30 mg
Packaging
Each tube contains 5 g sterile eye ointment.
Dosage & Administration
Apply ointment into lower conjunctival sac five times daily at 4 hours interval; continue for minimum 3 days after healing.
Contraindications
It is contraindicated to the patients with known hypersensitivity to acyclovir.
Side Effects
Transient mild stinging immediately following application may occur in a small proportion of patients. Local irritation and inflammation such as blepharitis and conjunctivitis have also been reported.