Idoxuridine Ophthalmic - Idoxuridine - Ophthalmic Generic Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Idoxuridine Ophthalmic
• USES: This medication is used to treat herpes simplex keratitis, an infection that causes inflammation of the cornea of the eye.
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Read Before Using Idoxuridine Ophthalmic (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially.

Drug Interactions

• Tell your doctor of all the prescription and nonprescription medicines you use.
• Do not use any other eye medications while you are using idoxuridine without consulting your doctor.
• Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Idoxuridine Ophthalmic Storage Instructions

• Store ointment in a cool place or refrigerate.
• Store solution in the refrigerator but do not freeze.

Usage Instructions

• Use this medication as prescribed.
• Continue using it for the full time prescribed.
• Stopping therapy too soon may result in a reinfection.
• To apply eye medication, wash hands first.
• To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the dropper or tube or let it touch the affected area.
• Hold the ointment tube in your hand for a few minutes to make the medication flow easier.
• Tilt your head back, gaze upward and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch.
• For the drops, place dropper directly over the eye and administer the prescribed number of drops.
• Look downward and gently closes your eye for 1 to 2 minutes.
• With eye ointment, place medication inside the lower lid using a sweeping motion.
• Close eye and roll the eyeball.
• Remove excess ointment with a tissue.
• Try not to blink and do not rub the eye.
• If you are using another kind of eye medication, wait five to ten minutes before applying it.

Idoxuridine Ophthalmic Miscellaneous Notes

• Throw away any unused part of your prescription.
• Do not save it to treat another infection.
• Do not allow anyone else to use this medication.
• The infection can be spread to another person if you accidentally contaminate the medication.

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may temporarily burn or sting when first applied.
• If this persists, inform your doctor.
• Inform your doctor if you develop.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, apply as soon as remembered; do not use if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.