In addition to infectious diseases, pathologies caused by parasites and traumatic lesions, the organs of vision can be infected with viruses. Herpes is the most common viral eye disease. It can progress on the mucous membranes of any organs. Antibiotics do not have any effect on the virus, so specific drugs are used for treatment. An effective antiviral drug is ointment for the eyes of Zovirax.
Content
1Description of the preparation
2Pharmacological action and group
3Indications and contraindications in use
4Possible complications caused by the drug
5Video
6conclusions
Description of the preparation
Antiviral ointment Zovirax is a substance of light color and smooth consistency without solid inclusions.It is available in plastic or aluminum tubes with capacity, grams with a 3% concentration of the main active ingredient. As an additional component in the composition of the ointment includes white petrolatum. Store the drug in a dry place with a temperature of up to 250 C. In this case, the pharmacological properties of the drug persist for 5 years.
In pharmacies, you can find an ointment called Acyclovir.It is almost a complete analogue of Zovirax.
Zovirax is an effective antiviral drug
After the tube is opened Zovirax ointment should be used within a month. After that, the remnants of the drug must be disposed of.
Pharmacological action and group
Zovirax ointment belongs to the group of ophthalmic antiviral medicines intended for external use.The main active substance of the drug is acyclovir. This substance, getting into the cell infected by the virus, is modified into acyclovir triphosphate, which successfully suppresses the DNA of the virus. Healthy cells are not damaged, so Zovirax is considered one of the safest antiviral drugs.
The drug begins to act after 30-40 minutes, and the maximum therapeutic effect is manifested on the third day after the application. In the process of destruction of viral cells, toxins and by-products are eliminated from the body with urine. Depending on the age, this process takes from two to four hours.
Zovirax fights infectious diseases
The activity of the drug against the recurrent herpes virus is noted.Antiviral ointment Zovirax is used as follows:
Squeeze out a strip of ointment from the tube about 8 millimeters per finger or spatula;
Pull off the lower eyelid;
To put there a strip of ointment;
A few times blink
This procedure is carried out 5 times a day with an interval of about 4 hours.If the herpes virus has infected only one organ of vision, then in the healthy eye it is also necessary to lay the ointment for the purpose of prevention.To prevent the transfer of a viral infection, you should thoroughly wash your hands before the preventive procedure. The duration of treatment with the antiviral ointment Zoviraks is determined by the doctor.
After complete recovery, the ointment should be used for another 3-5 days to avoid relapse of the disease.
Indications and contraindications in use
Ointment Zovirax is used for viral infections for the treatment of certain diseases:
herpes keratitis;
viral conjunctivitis;
adenoviral keratoconjunctivitis;
barley.There are internal and external barley
The main substance of acyclovir is not a toxic component, so the ointment does not have strict limitations in the medical process.In pregnancy, ointment should be used with caution and under the supervision of a doctor.During lactation, penetration of the active substance into breast milk was noted, but its quantity is extremely small. Nevertheless, the decision to use Zovirax ointment can be taken only by the attending physician.The same applies to the use of the drug for the treatment of children under 12 years.The only restriction in the use of the drug may be severe damage to the kidneys and urinary tract.
The main side effect of an ointment with acyclovir can be reactions of an allergic type, associated primarily with the individual intolerance of the drug.When using this antiviral ointment, the following side effects may occur:
spot keratopathy;
slight burning sensation;
redness of the eyelids;
blepharitis(rarely).
In this case, slight deterioration of vision and reddening of the mucous membrane of the eye may occur.These symptoms are not an excuse for stopping treatment and go on their own after a while.With prolonged use of the drug, the virus can acquire resistance to the active substance, while the effectiveness of ointment for the eyes is greatly reduced. In this case, on the recommendation of the ophthalmologist, the drug should be replaced.Most often, a decrease in activity is observed in patients with weakened immunity or HIV infected.
In the process of using the antiviral Zovirax ointment, alcohol and acute food products that promote vasodilation should be completely ruled out.
Possible complications caused by the drug
As the preparation practically does not get into the circulatory system of the body, no complications from its use were recorded. There is also no evidence of a negative interaction of acyclovir with other drugs.
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conclusions
Viral ocular infection, in particular herpes, is difficult to treat and has the ability to relapse. In order to avoid damage to the eyes, you should follow the rules of personal hygiene, eat right and, above all, avoid hypothermia.
