Opthovir Eye Ointment

Opthovir Eye Ointment 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. Herpes simplex keratitis is an eye infection caused when the herpes simplex virus affects the cornea (clear front surface of the eye).

Opthovir Eye Ointment contains Acyclovir, 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

Opthovir Eye Ointment is for ophthalmic (for the eye) use only. Common side effects of Opthovir Eye Ointment include eye irritation, burning or a stinging sensation at the application site, temporary blurred vision, sensitivity to the light, swollen and runny eyes, inflammation of the eyelids, and foreign body sensation. These side effects may not occur in every patient using Opthovir Eye Ointment and gradually resolve over time if they occur. 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 Opthovir Eye Ointment. Opthovir Eye Ointment may cause temporary blurred vision; hence drive only when you are alert and have clear vision. Avoid contact of the tip of the dispensing container with the eye, eyelids, fingers, and other surfaces to prevent contamination. Opthovir Eye Ointment should be used in children only when advised by a doctor.

Opthovir Eye Ointment treats viral infection of the eye caused by the herpes simplex virus. It consists of Acyclovir, an antiviral drug that works by killing and stopping the growth of the herpes simplex virus on the cornea.

• Eye irritation
• Sensitivity to the light
• Swollen and runny eyes
• Inflammation of the eyelids
• Foreign body sensation
• Stinging/burning sensation
• Temporary blurred vision 

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

Drug-Drug Interactions: Keep your doctor informed about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription drugs, before starting Opthovir Eye Ointment.

Drug-Food Interactions: No drug-food interactions were found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found.

• Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
• Eat foods rich in antioxidants such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, etc.
• Know your allergy triggers, such as pollen, dust and other factors.
• Do not rub your eyes even though some ophthalmic drugs make your eye itchy.
• If you wear contact lenses: Clean and replace contact lenses more often. Never share contact lenses. Always wash your hands before inserting and removing the contact lens. 
• Avoid staring at the digital screens for longer durations. Rest your eyes every 20 minutes.
• Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.

Eye/Ocular herpes: This is an eye infection caused by the herpes simplex virus. Symptoms include eye pain, inflammation, sensitivity to light, blurry vision, redness of the eye, and tearing of the cornea surface. If the infection is severe and spreads to the deeper middle layers of the cornea, it may lead to vision loss and blindness. Treatment involves antiviral medicines and steroids.

Herpes simplex keratitis: This is an eye infection caused when the herpes simplex virus affects the cornea (clear front surface of the eye). Symptoms include eye pain, tearing, redness, foreign body sensation, and sensitivity to light.