Description
Uses:
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Treats herpes simplex eye infections
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Used in herpetic keratitis (corneal infection)
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Helps reduce redness, pain, irritation, and blurred vision
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Prevents complications and promotes healing of the cornea
Dosage:
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Usually applied 5 times a day or as directed by the eye specialist
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Frequency reduces as the eye improves
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Treatment may continue for a few days even after healing to prevent relapse
How to use:
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Wash hands before and after using the eye drops
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Tilt head back, pull lower eyelid, and instill prescribed drops
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Do not touch dropper tip to eye or any surface
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Close eyes gently for 1–2 minutes after application
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Avoid wearing contact lenses during treatment
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Complete the full course
Precautions:
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For ophthalmic use only
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Avoid driving immediately after use (temporary blurred vision)
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Tell your doctor if you have any other eye diseases
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Use in pregnancy/breastfeeding only if advised
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Do not use if solution changes color or has particles
Side effects:
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Mild burning or stinging
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Eye redness
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Watery eyes
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Blurred vision (temporary)
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Eyelid irritation
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Rare: allergic eye reaction
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