Oftan idu
Drug name: Oftan idu
Other names used:
- Herplex®
Active Ingredients:
Idoxuridine
Therapeutic actions: Idoxuridine works as an inhibitor of virus replication thus reducing the ammount of the virus in the organism.
Indications: Oftan idu is used to treat Herpes simplex virus infections.
Contraindications and cautions: Your diagnosis must be 100% positive that you are treating virus infection. Do not treat any fugal or bacterial infections with Oftan idu. Also be sure to consult your doctor on your possible pregnancy or breast-feeding issues.
If your symptoms do not vanish please consult your doctor as soon as possible.
Adverse effects: There are possible side-effects associated with this medicine that can affect individuals in different ways. If a side effect is stated here, that does not necessarily mean the fact that all people using Oftan Idu will experience it or any other.
Some common side-effects may appear when using Oftan Idu eye drops:
- Burning
- Irritation
- pain
- stinging
- blurry vision
- itching
- swelling of the eyelid
- increased sensitivity to light
The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer.
For more information about any other possible risks associated with Oftan Idu, please read the information provided with Oftan Idu or consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Interactions: It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with Oftan Idu. Similarly, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medication while taking this one, to ensure that the combination is safe. Be sure not to mix with other eye medication or consult your doctor before doing that. Boric acid applied with Idoxuridine may cause severe irritation.
Additional Information: DO NOT SHARE Oftan Idu with others. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS PRODUCT, as well as syringes and needles, if needed during treatment, out of the reach of children. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials.
