Overview
Uses and benefits
Side effects
How to use
How drug works
Safety advice
Missed dose
All substitutes
Quick tips
Fact box
Patient concerns
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Virinox Eye Ointment

Prescription Required

NPPA Regulated

Marketer

Bell Pharma Pvt Ltd

SALT COMPOSITION

Acyclovir (3% w/w)

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Virinox Eye Ointment is an antiviral medicine that treats eye infections caused by the Herpes simplex virus. It works by preventing the multiplication of the virus on the surface of your eyeball (cornea). This stops the production of new viruses and clears up your eye infection.

Virinox Eye Ointment is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash your hands before and after applying the medicine. Use it as long as your doctor has prescribed and do not stop using the medicine even if you get better.

Virinox Eye Ointment may cause a stinging sensation and eye redness immediately following the application. However, these side effects are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they persist for a longer duration. Do not wear contact lenses while using it.

Uses of Virinox Eye Ointment

Treatment of Eye infections by Herpes simplex virus

Benefits of Virinox Eye Ointment

In Treatment of Eye infections by Herpes simplex virus

Virinox Eye Ointment helps treat herpes simplex keratitis, an eye infection caused by the herpes simplex virus, by stopping the virus from multiplying in the eye. This allows the infection to clear more quickly and helps reduce redness, pain, watering, and light sensitivity. Timely treatment also lowers the risk of more serious corneal damage and scarring, which can affect vision.

Side effects of Virinox Eye Ointment

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Virinox

Punctate keratitis
Transient stinging
Conjunctivitis

How to use Virinox Eye Ointment

This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid.

How Virinox Eye Ointment works

Virinox Eye Ointment is an antiviral medication that treats eye infections caused by the herpes simplex virus. It works by preventing the multiplication of the virus on the surface of your eyeball (cornea). This stops the production of new viruses and clears up your eye infection.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Virinox Eye Ointment during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Virinox Eye Ointment may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

Virinox Eye Ointment does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Virinox Eye Ointment?

If you miss a dose of Virinox Eye Ointment, use it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Virinox Eye Ointment

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OpTIviral Eye Ointment

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₹61.88/eye ointment

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Senzovir 3% Eye Ointment

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Quick tips

Virinox Eye Ointment helps treat eye infections caused by the Herpes simplex virus.
Place it inside the lower eyelid five times a day. Do not apply at night.
Continue the treatment for at least 3 days after healing is complete.
It may cause itching and a stinging sensation immediately following application. Inform your doctor if this persists.
Do not wear contact lenses while using Virinox Eye Ointment.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Hypoxanthines

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Antiviral Agents (Non-HIV)

Patient concerns

I have cold sores on lips every march this is 4th year Is there any cure or remedies for treating herpes simplex virus

Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni

Ayurveda

HI Kindly share your treatment detail

How to treat Herpes treatment sir?? Its came to me on sonta right side only, please help me sir

Dr. Souvik Sardar

Dermatology

Hello PATIENT a picture.Herpes simplex and herpes zoster r different and have different dosage

Is Virinox Eye Ointment effective?

Virinox Eye Ointment is effective when used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop using it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Virinox Eye Ointment too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

I feel better now, can I stop using Virinox Eye Ointment?

No, you should not stop using Virinox Eye Ointment suddenly without talking to your doctor. This is because your symptoms may worsen and your infection may return. Remember, your symptoms may improve and you may feel better before the infection is completely cleared. Stopping the treatment too early could allow the spread of the infection and hence, prevent complete healing.

In which conditions is the use of Virinox Eye Ointment avoided?

Use of Virinox Eye Ointment should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Virinox Eye Ointment or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy, or if you are using Virinox Eye Ointment for the first time, consult your doctor.

Does Virinox Eye Ointment prevent transmission of infection to others?

No, you can infect other people, even while you are being treated with Virinox Eye Ointment. Herpes infections are contagious, so avoid letting infected areas come into contact with other people. Avoid touching your eyes after touching an infected area. Wash your hands frequently to prevent transmitting the infection to others.

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