Medicine Overview of Xoviral 0.15% Eye Gel
Introduction
Xoviral is an antiviral medicine used to treat viral infections caused by cytomegalovirus in immunocompromised people who have undergone an organ or bone marrow transplantation. It also reduces the risk of blindness in a serious eye infection caused by CMV, known as CMV retinitis. Xoviral is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash your hands before and after applying the medicine. Hold the tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. It may cause eye irritation immediately following
Uses of Xoviral
- Cytomegalovirus Infection
Side effects of Xoviral
Common
- Eye irritation
How Xoviral works
Xoviral is an antiviral medication which treats viral infections of the eye. 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.
What if you forget to take Xoviral?
If you miss a dose of Xoviral, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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