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Gelovir Eye Gel 5 gm Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Uses:

Herpes simplex keratitis

Medicinal Benefits:

Gelovir Eye Gel 5 gm treats viral infection of the eye caused by the herpes simplex virus. It consists of Gancyclovir, an antiviral drug that works by killing and stopping the growth of the herpes simplex virus on the cornea.

FAQs

Gelovir Eye Gel 5 gm works by killing and stopping the growth of the herpes simplex virus on the cornea.

It is advised to remove your contact lens while using Gelovir Eye Gel 5 gm. Also, remember to wash your hands before and after using the medication to avoid contamination.

If you use other eye formulations along with Gelovir Eye Gel 5 gm, it is advised to maintain a gap of at least 5-10 minutes between each administration. Also, use eye drops before applying any eye ointments.

Avoid the contact of the dropper or tip with fingers, eyes, and eyelids when using Gelovir Eye Gel 5 gm. Topical eye products, when contaminated by patients with eye diseases, bacterial keratitis (an infection of the cornea) and ocular infections (eye infections) may occur, which result in vision loss.