Ganciclovir eye gel is an antiviral medication used to treat eye infections caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). HSV is a common virus that can cause a variety of infections, including cold sores, genital herpes, and eye infections.
Who should use Ganciclovir eye gel (virgan) ?
Ganciclovir eye gel is typically used to treat people who have:
* Herpetic keratitis, an infection of the cornea (the clear front of the eye) caused by HSV
* Episcleritis, an inflammation of the episclera, the thin layer of tissue that covers the white part of the eye (sclera)
* Conjunctivitis, an inflammation of the conjunctiva, the thin membrane that lines the eyelids and covers the sclera
How to use Ganciclovir eye gel (virgan)
Ganciclovir eye gel is usually applied to the affected eye three to five times a day. The gel should be applied to the lower eyelid and rubbed gently into the conjunctival sac (the space between the eyeball and the eyelid).
What are the side effects of Ganciclovir eye gel?
The most common side effects of Ganciclovir eye gel are mild and temporary. These side effects may include:
* Blurred vision
* Burning or stinging sensation in the eye
* Redness of the eye
* Itching of the eye
Who should not use Ganciclovir eye gel (virgan) ?
Ganciclovir eye gel should not be used by people who are allergic to ganciclovir or any of the other ingredients in the gel. It should also not be used by people with a weakened immune system.
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