Lancashire and South Cumbria
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11-03-03 Antivirals

Aciclovir
Formulary

Eye ointment 3% (30mg/g)

For treatment of herpes simplex keratitis. Treatment should continue for at least 3 days after the healing is complete.


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Ganciclovir 0.15% ophthalmic gel Virgan®
Formulary

Eye gel 5g (1.5mg/g)

Treatment of acute herpetic keratitis (dendritic and geographic ulcers). Not licensed for use in children under 18 years of age.

Manufacturer advises women of childbearing potential should use effective contraception during treatment; men with partners of childbearing potential should be advised to use barrier contraception during and for at least 90 days after treatment.


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