Trifluridine ophthalmic

Generic name: Trifluridine Ophthalmic
Brand names: Viroptic
Dosage form: ophthalmic solution (1%)
Drug class: Ophthalmic anti-infectives

Usage of Trifluridine ophthalmic

Trifluridine is an antiviral medicine that fights infections that are caused by certain viruses.

Trifluridine ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to treat eye infections caused by herpes simplex virus, which can lead to swelling or ulcers in the eyelids or cornea (surface of the eyeball).

Trifluridine ophthalmic will not treat an infection that is caused by bacteria or fungus.

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

Trifluridine 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.

Call your doctor at once if:

you have new or ongoing vision problems;

you have severe burning, stinging, or irritation after using trifluridine ophthalmic;

you feel like something is in your eye; or

your eyes are red, watery, and more sensitive to light.

Common side effects of trifluridine ophthalmic may include:

mild eye irritation;

dry eyes;

eye redness; or

puffy eyelids.

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 Trifluridine ophthalmic

You should not use trifluridine ophthalmic if you are allergic to trifluridine.

It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

It is not known whether trifluridine ophthalmic passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Trifluridine ophthalmic is not approved for use by anyone younger than 6 years old.

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Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What other drugs will affect Trifluridine ophthalmic

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on trifluridine used in the eyes. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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