What is Acyclovir Eye Ointment used for?
Acyclovir Eye Ointment is an antiviral medicine used in the treatment of eye infections caused by the Herpes simplex virus. Acyclovir eye ointment is available on Drugstore Nigeria, an online pharmacy store in Lagos.
What is the Composition of Acyclovir eye ointment?
Acyclovir eye ointment contains Acyclovir (3% w/w).
How does Acyclovir eye ointment work?
Acyclovir eye ointment works by preventing the multiplication of the virus on the surface of your eyeball (cornea) thereby stopping the production of new viruses and clearing up your eye infection.
Acyclovir Eye Ointment Dosage
Apply Acyclovir eye ointment to the lower lid five times a day into the affected eye or apply Acyclovir eye ointment as advised by your physician.
How to use Acyclovir eye ointment
• Acyclovir eye Ointment should be used for external use only.
• Acyclovir eye ointment should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
• Wash your hands carefully before and after applying the Acyclovir eye ointment.
• Check the acyclovir eye ointment label for directions before use.
• Hold the Acyclovir eye ointment tube close to the eye without touching it.
• Gently squeeze the tube and place the Acyclovir inside the lower eyelid.
• Use it for the duration your doctor has prescribed and do not stop using Acyclovir eye ointment even if you get better.
• Do not apply Acyclovir at night time
What are the possible side effects of Acyclovir Eye Ointment?
Common side effects of Acyclovir eye ointment include a stinging sensation and eye redness immediately following the application.
How quickly does Acyclovir eye ointment work?
Acyclovir eye ointment will take about 3 hours to 4 hours to reduce pressure on the eye.
Does Acyclovir Eye Ointment affect one’s ability to drive?
Acyclovir eye ointment does not make one feel dizzy hence it does not affect one’s ability to drive or operate a machine.
Is Acyclovir eye ointment safe to use in pregnancy and breastfeeding?
Acyclovir eye ointment is safe to use in pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
Where to buy Acyclovir Eye Ointment
Buy Acyclovir eye ointment at Drugstore.ng, Nigeria’s largest online pharmacy store.
