What OCUVIR is used for?

• It is used to treat eye infections caused by the Herpes simplex virus

• Tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines which includes medicines obtained without prescription, eye ointment or drops and herbal medicines

• Always use OCUVIR exactly as your doctor has told you

Adults and children

• The usual dose is 1cm (about ½ an inch) of OCUVIR applied to the infected eye five times a day
• You should space each application of OCUVIR by four hours
• You should carry on using OCUVIR for at least 3 days after your eye has got better
• OCUVIR is for use in the eye, if you swallow any talk to your doctor immediate

How to apply OCUVIR

• Use your finger to gently pull down the lower eyelid of your infected eye
• Tilt your head slightly backwards and look up
• Apply 1cm (about ½ an inch) of OCUVIR to the inside of your lower eyelid
• Try to avoid the tip of the tube touching any part of your eye
• Close your eye for 30 seconds
• Wash your hands after applying OCUVIR

If you use more OCUVIR

• Talk to your doctor if you use too much OCUVIR

If you forget to use OCUVIR

• If you forget to use OCUVIR, use it as soon as you remember. However, if it is nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed dose
• Do not use a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose

If you stop using OCUVIR

• Do not stop using this medicine without consulting your doctor