Acivir Eye Drop 3% w/v

Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) (Acyclovir)

What Is The Generic Name Of Acivir:

Acyclovir is the generic version of Acivir

USA Brands Equivalent To Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

• Avirax

About Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) is antiviral Eye Drop having Acyclovir as an active moiety which is used to treat Eye Infections by Herpes Simplex Virus. You can find this prescription based drug at all the leading online pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

Manufacturer Of Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):  

Cipla, India is the one of the top leading Pharmaceutical Company which manufactures Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v). It can be purchased from our online pharmacy.

Strength Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

Acivir Eye Drop contains Acyclovir per Eye Drop. This medicine may be available in various strengths.

Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) (Acyclovir) Is Used For The Treatment Of:

It is used in the treatment of:

• Herpes Zoster Infections
• Genital Herpes
• Chickenpox

How Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) (Acyclovir) Works:

Acyclovir is an active antiviral medication in Acivir Eye Drop which acts by preventing the multiplication of the virus in human cells thus stopping the virus from producing new viruses.

Before You Use Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

You should be sure that:

• You are not allergic to it
• It is not affecting the mother and baby during pregnancy/breastfeeding
• It does not interact with the medicines you are taking with it

When Not To Use Acivir Eye Drop (Acyclovir):

You should avoid using the medicine if you:

• Are Allergic/Hypersensitive to it
• If you are taking some medicines/supplements which raise the chances of Allergy or sunburn like Antibiotics and Medicines used in mood disorders
• If you are pregnant/conceiving/Breastfeeding

Tell Your Doctor If You:

• Are allergic to Acivir Eye Drop or any of its content
• Are taking any other medicines for any disorder or diseases
• Are using some Herbal Products or OTC medicines
• Are Pregnant or trying to conceive baby or are breastfeeding. It may cause harm to the unborn or newly born baby
• Have any Pre-existing eye Disease, or any Surgery

Dosage:

Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) (Acyclovir) are used for viral infections like herpes or chicken pox or eye infection and are also available in various substitutes with different strengths at every leading drugstore, online pharmacy stores , and medical supply store. Always ask your doctor about the dosage and frequency of the drug as severity or age make a difference in dose of the drug to be taken which varies in every individual.

Patients are advised to take every dose at fixed time as directed by the doctor. It is not recommended for pregnant/breastfeeding women and children.

How Much Of Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) (Acyclovir) Should Be Applied:

You are advised to take the dose as suggested by your doctor. Do not exceed than prescribed and try not to skip or stop in between the course even if you are feeling better.

How To Use Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) is for external use only. Take the medicine in the dosage and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label of the bottle for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching the eye. Squeeze the dropper gently and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid from the eye.

For How Long Should You Continue Applying Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

You should take this medicine for as long as directed by your physician. Moreover, its effects usually become noticeable as long as in 2-3 days to weeks. Do not stop taking in between if you are unable to see the effects soon. Always contact your doctor for any decision you want to take or he wanted you to take.

Overdose Of Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

Contact your doctor or reach nearby medical emergency centre if you are experiencing overdose symptoms like Swelling and redness, unusual tiredness and weakness, Black or tarry stools, etc.

Missed Dose Of Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

A missed dose of Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) should be taken as soon as you remember. Skip the dosage if it is the time for the next dosage. Do not double the dosage for next time if you missed once. Inform or ask your doctor if you have missed multiple doses.

Side Effects Of Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

The side effects of Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) include:

• Swelling and redness
• Abdominal pain
• Increased thirst
• Loss of appetite
• Unusual tiredness and weakness
• Black or tarry stools
• Fever with chills
• Seizures
• Unusual bleeding
• Diarrhea
• Headache

Drugs Interact With Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

Using other OTC drugs, herbal supplements, vitamins, or any other substances may alter the medicinal effects of Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v).  It may cause either an allergic reaction or a serious effect and may nullify the effect of your medicine. Few drugs that are known to interact with Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) are mentioned below:

• Phenytoin
• Tacrolimus
• Sulfasalazine

It interacts with diseased conditions like:

• Kidney disease
• Neurological disorder

Contraindication:

Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) should not be used in

• Hypersensitive conditions/allergy
• It is used with extra caution in Kidney stones and old age people
• It is not recommended for infants (<2 years) and in pregnant or breastfeeding women

Warning And Precautions:

• Stop using it and consult your doctor if allergy persists.
• Never use the expired product.
• It is to be used with caution in the elderly and pediatric population
• Always keep the Eye Drop in proper conditions and out of the reach and sight of the children.

Things To Remember:

• Take plenty of water while taking this medicine to avoid kidney damage and accumulation of the medicine.
• Read the insert/leaflet of the medicine thoroughly.
• Inform your doctor about your medical history and follow the instructions as directed by the doctor.

How To Store Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) (Acyclovir):

Keep Acivir Eye Drop (3% w/v) at cool temperature in a dry, dark and clean place. Avoid refrigeration of the Eye Drop.