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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm is an ophthalmic antiviral mediicne used in the treatment of eye/ocular herpes and herpes simplex keratitis. This medicine works by killing and stopping the growth of the herpes simplex virus on the cornea and thereby reduces the infection. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines as it may cause temporary blurred vision.
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Composition :

ACICLOVIR-3%W/W

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm

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

Optiviral 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

Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm is for ophthalmic (for the eye) use only. Common side effects of Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm 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 Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm 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 Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm. Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm 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. Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm should be used in children only when advised by a doctor. 

Uses of Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm

Treatment of Eye/ocular herpes and herpes simplex keratitis

Directions for Use

Eye ointment: Wash your hands thoroughly before applying the eye ointment to your eye to avoid contamination. Please do not touch the ointment tube tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface. Tilt your head back, look upward and create a pouch by pulling your lower eyelid down. Squeeze the tube gently and place a 1cm ribbon of ointment into the lower conjunctival sac. Close your eye and roll the eyeball to ease the spreading of medication. Do not try to blink and avoid rubbing the eye. After using, wipe the tip of the tube with a clean tissue and close the cap tightly. Repeat at regular intervals as suggested by your doctor.Eye drops: Tilt your head back and pull your lower eyelid downwards and outwards. Gently squeeze the dropper and instil the eye drops in the eye/eyes. Blink a few times to spread the medication inside your eye.

Medicinal Benefits

Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm treats viral infection of the eye caused by the herpes simplex virus. It consists of Aciclovir, an antiviral drug that works by killing and stopping the growth of the herpes simplex virus on the cornea.

How Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm Works

Optiviral 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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm

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

What if I have taken an overdose of Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm

Use Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm as prescribed by your doctor. Overdose may cause hives, itching, rash, and swelling of the eyes, face, lips, mouth, throat, or tongue, new or worsening red, watery eyes, eye sensitivity to light, blurred vision, or pain around the eye. Seek immediate medical help if an overdose is suspected.

Drug Warnings

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

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AciclovirCidofovir
Critical
AciclovirIodamide
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AciclovirCidofovir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Co-administration of Cidofovir with Acyclovir can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm with Cidofovir is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. You should consult a doctor if you experience vomiting, irregular urination, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, weakness, and palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
AciclovirIodamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Coadministration of Iodamide contrast with Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm may increase the risk or severity of kidney injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Before undergoing any imaging procedure let your doctor know you are on Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm treatment.
AciclovirTacrolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Co-administration of Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm with tacrolimus may increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm with Tacrolimus can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience signs such as decreased or increased urine output, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting a doctor.
AciclovirAmphotericin b
Severe
How does the drug interact with Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Coadministration of Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm with Amphotericin B can increase the risk or severity of kidney disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm with Amphotericin b together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Consult a doctor if you experience irregular urination, muscle ache, shortness if breath, or palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AciclovirEverolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Coadministration of Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm with Everolimus may increase the risk or severity of kidney injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm with Everolimus together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience vomiting, irregular urination, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, breathing difficulty, muscle pains, dizziness, or palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AciclovirTenofovir disoproxil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Coadministration of Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm with Tenofovir Disoproxil may increase the risk or severity of kidney disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm with Tenofovir disoproxil can result in an interaction, it can be taken when your doctor has advised it. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience decreased or increased urine output, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AciclovirMetrizamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Coadministration of Metrizamide in contrast with Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm may increase the risk or severity of kidney disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Before undergoing any imaging procedure, let your doctor know you are on Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm treatment. Look out for signs such as vomiting, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, or weakness. Consult the doctor immediately.
AciclovirSirolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Coadministration of Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm with Sirolimus may increase the risk or severity of kidney injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm with Sirolimus can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience vomiting, a decrease in hunger, irregular urine, weight gain or loss, swelling, difficulty breathing, muscle pain, or weakness, consult a doctor.
AciclovirTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Concomitant use of Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm with Tizanidine can increase the risk of developing low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm with Tizanidine can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience signs such as dizziness, excessive sweating, or palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AciclovirTenofovir alafenamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Coadministration of Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm with Tenofovir alafenamide may increase the risk or severity of kidney injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm with tenofovir alafenamide can result in an interaction. However, if the benefits outweigh the risks, your doctor will prescribe them. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as decreased or increased urine output, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • 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.

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No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIVIRALS

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Alcohol

Caution

There is limited information on how alcohol consumption affects Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

It is advised to consult your doctor if you plan to conceive or are already pregnant before starting Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There are limited studies on how Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm affects breastfed infants. Please consult your doctor before using Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm may cause side effects like blurry vision, affecting your driving ability. Do not drive or operate machinery in such cases. Drive only when you are alert and have clear vision.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment before starting Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before starting Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm.

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Children

Caution

Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm should be used for children only when advised by a doctor and in doses as prescribed, depending on the child's age and weight.

FAQs

Optiviral 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. Herpes simplex keratitis is an eye infection caused when the herpes simplex virus affects the cornea (clear front surface of the eye).
Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm works by killing and stopping the growth of the herpes simplex virus on the cornea.
It is advised to remove your contact lens while using Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm. Also, remember to wash your hands before and after using the medication to avoid contamination.
If you use other eye ointments/drops along with Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm, it is advised to maintain a gap of at least 5-10 minutes between each administration. Also, use eye drops before applying any eye ointments.
Avoid the contact of the dropper or tip with fingers, eyes, and eyelids when using Optiviral Eye Ointment 5 gm. Topical eye products, when contaminated by patients with eye diseases, bacterial keratitis (an infection of the cornea) and ocular infections (eye infections) may occur, which result in vision loss.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

64, First Floor, 3rd Cross, Venkata Ramaiah Layout, Ramamurthy Nagar Main Road , banaswadi , Bangalore - 560043, India
Other Info - OPT0058

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