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.