clygan eye ointment
What is clygan eye ointment used for?
Clovir Eye Gel (Ganciclovir) is used to treat OPHTHAL. It contains Ganciclovir (1.5mg), which Inhibits viral DNA synthesis by competitive inhibition of viral DNA polymerase a. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Ganciclovir
- Manufacturer: Indoco Remedies Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ clygan eye ointment Uses & Benefits
Treatment of acute herpetic keratitis (dendritic ulcers)
Off-label uses: Herpes zoster ophthalmicus, Cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis (systemic)
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Ganciclovir |
| Brand Name | Clovir Eye Gel |
| Manufacturer | Indoco Remedies Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | OPHTHAL |
| Action Class | Antiviral (Non-HIV) drugs |
| Route of Administration | Ophthalmic (topical) |
| Storage | Store at 15-25ยฐC; do not freeze |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Inhibits viral DNA synthesis by competitive inhibition of viral DNA polymerase and incorporation into viral DNA
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take clygan eye ointment
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of clygan eye ointment
โ Common Side Effects
- Blurred vision
- Eye irritation
- Conjunctival hyperemia
- Punctate keratitis
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Corneal edema
- Optic neuritis
- Retinal detachment
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Anaphylaxis
- Angioedema
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Mycophenolate mofetil | Major | Increased risk of myelosuppression |
| Zidovudine | Major | Increased risk of neutropenia and anemia |
| Probenecid | Major | Reduced renal clearance of ganciclovir |
| Cytotoxic agents | Moderate | Additive myelosuppression |
| Immunosuppressants | Moderate | Increased risk of infection |
| Didanosine | Minor | Possible increased didanosine levels |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Mycophenolate mofetil
- Zidovudine
- Probenecid
โก Moderate Interactions
- Cytotoxic agents
- Immunosuppressants
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Didanosine
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
None known for topical use
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No known interaction
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to ganciclovir or acyclovir
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Ophthalmic examination for corneal healing; visual acuity
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Not recommended; excreted in breast milk
๐ Overdose Management
No specific antidote; supportive care; unlikely with topical use
โฐ Missed Dose
Apply as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double dose
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
๐ Substitutes for clygan eye ointment
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
โญ User Reviews
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
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