Cytomegalovirus Infection

In Cytomegalovirus Infection Cytomegalovirus infection is a common virus infection that may affect people who are immunocompromised or those who have undergone any transplant. Vira-G Eye Gel helps treat cytomegalovirus infection in the eyes by preventing multiplication of the infection-causing virus. Keep using the medicine as advised by the doctor to get maximum benefit.

This medicine is for external use only. Use 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.

Vira-G Eye Gel 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.Vira-G Eye Gel 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 application. However this side effect is temporary and usually subsides on its own. Inform your doctor if it persists for a longer duration. Do not wear contact lenses while using this medicine.

This medicine is for external use only. Use 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.

- Alcohol : None <p> No interaction found/established | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Vira-G Eye Gel may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Vira-G Eye Gel is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Vira-G Eye Gel may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.You may feel sleepy dizzy confused or shaky or you may lose your balance or have fits while using Vira-G Eye Gel. | - Kidney : None <p> No interaction found/established | - Liver : None <p> No interaction found/established

If you miss a dose of Vira-G Eye Gel 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.

Chemical Class :: Nucleoside analog|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: OPHTHAL|Action Class :: Antiviral (Non-HIV) drugs

Cytomegalovirus Infection

Eye irritation

Q. Is Vira-G Eye Gel effective?::: Vira-G Eye Gel is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Vira-G Eye Gel too early the symptoms may return or worsen.| Q. I feel better now can I stop using Vira-G Eye Gel? ::: No you should not stop using Vira-G Eye Gel 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 medication too early could allow the spread of the infection and hence prevent complete healing.| Q. In which conditions is the use of Vira-G Eye Gel avoided?::: Use of Vira-G Eye Gel should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Vira-G Eye Gel or any of its components. However if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Vira-G Eye Gel for the first time consult your doctor.| Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Vira-G Eye Gel?::: Keep Vira-G Eye Gel in the container or the pack it came in tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose off the unused medicine. Keep it away from children and other people to avoid any misuse.| Q. Is Vira-G Eye Gel safe?::: Vira-G Eye Gel is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Use it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.