Ganciclovir ophthalmic

Generic name: Ganciclovir Ophthalmic
Dosage form: ophthalmic gel (0.15%)
Drug class: Ophthalmic anti-infectives

Usage of Ganciclovir ophthalmic

Ganciclovir is an antiviral medicine.

Ganciclovir ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to treat eye ulcers caused by herpes infection in adults and children at least 2 years old.

Ganciclovir ophthalmic is not a cure for herpes and will not treat symptoms of herpes in any other part of your body.

Ganciclovir ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Ganciclovir ophthalmic side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic Reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Ganciclovir ophthalmic may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

vision changes;

eye pain, burning, redness, or watering;

a gritty feeling, like something is in your eye; or

watery eyes, and your eyes may be more sensitive to light.

Common side effects of ganciclovir ophthalmic may include:

blurred vision;

eye irritation; or

redness, watering, sensitivity to light.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Ganciclovir ophthalmic

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

ganciclovir ophthalmic should not be given to a child younger than 2 years old.

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How to use Ganciclovir ophthalmic

Usual Adult Dose for Herpes Simplex Dendritic Keratitis:

Instill 1 drop in the affected eye 5 times a day (about every 3 hours while awake) until corneal ulcer heals, and then 1 drop 3 times a day for 7 days.Use: For the treatment of acute herpetic keratitis (dendritic ulcers)

Usual Pediatric Dose for Herpes Simplex Dendritic Keratitis:

2 years or older: Instill 1 drop in the affected eye 5 times a day (about every 3 hours while awake) until corneal ulcer heals, and then 1 drop 3 times a day for 7 days.Use: For the treatment of acute herpetic keratitis (dendritic ulcers)

Warnings

Use only as directed. Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.

What other drugs will affect Ganciclovir ophthalmic

Medicine used in the eyes is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. But many drugs can interact. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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