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Description
Ocuvir Opt 3% Opticops is an antiviral medicine used in the treatment of acute herpetic keratitis, an eye viral infection caused by the herpes simplex virus.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Ocuvir Opt 3% Opticops
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Ocuvir Opt 3% Opticops
Eye redness
Eye irritation and discomfort
Itching eyes
Eye pain
Uses of Ocuvir Opt 3% Opticops
What is it prescribed for?
Acute herpetic keratitis
This medicine is used in the treatment of acute herpetic keratitis, an eye viral infection caused by the herpes simplex virus.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit forming tendencies have been reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you are known allergic to aciclovir or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 2 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Use this medicine exactly as prescribed. Do not apply in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
It works by inhibiting the multiplication of the virus and thereby reducing the severity of the infection.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Antiviral agents
Schedule
Schedule H
Zovirax Eye Ointment - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2020 [cited 13 January 2020]. Available from:
Acyclovir Ophthalmic: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2020 [cited 13 January 2020]. Available from:
Acyclovir - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2020 [cited 13 January 2020]. Available from:
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Information on this page was last updated on 21 Jan 2020
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