L Vir 3% Eye Ointment is an antiviral medicine which treats eye infections caused by 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.

L Vir 3% Eye Ointment should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. It may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. If you miss a dose, 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. You should drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine as it helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.

Some side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and headache. Inform your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Uses of L Vir Eye Ointment

Eye infections by Herpes simplex virus

Side effects of L Vir 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 L Vir

Eye redness
Stinging sensation

How to use L Vir 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 L Vir Eye Ointment works

L Vir 3% Eye Ointment is an antiviral medication which treats eye infections caused by 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 L Vir 3% Eye Ointment during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

L Vir 3% Eye Ointment is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

SAFE

L Vir 3% 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 L Vir Eye Ointment?

If you miss a dose of L Vir 3% 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.

L Vir 3% Eye Ointment

₹43.8/Eye Ointment

Optiviral Eye Ointment

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Quick tips

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

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Nucleoside analog

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Antiviral Agents (Non-HIV)

Patient concerns

My Eye Site Is Getting Weak Day By Day!! -1.75 and -1.25 (L&R) What Medicine Should I Take To Stable By Eye Site?

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Take green vegetables n yellow fruits

Feviquick l fell in my eye what I will do

Dr. Saurav Arora

Homeopathy

Dear sir you need to visit an eye specialist at the earliest

Is L Vir 3% Eye Ointment effective?

L Vir 3% Eye Ointment 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 L Vir 3% Eye Ointment too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

I feel better now, can I stop using L Vir 3% Eye Ointment?

No, you should not stop using L Vir 3% 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 medication too early could allow the spread of the infection and hence, prevent complete healing.

In which conditions is the use of L Vir 3% Eye Ointment avoided?

Use of L Vir 3% Eye Ointment should be avoided in patients who are allergic to L Vir 3% Eye Ointment or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy, or if you are using L Vir 3% Eye Ointment for the first time, consult your doctor.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of L Vir 3% Eye Ointment?

Keep L Vir 3% Eye Ointment 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.

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