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Viroptic Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Trifluridine 1%; oph. soln; contains thimerosal.
Pharmacological Class
Antiviral.
How Supplied
Soln—7.5mL
Manufacturer
Viroptic Indications
Indications
Primary keratoconjunctivitis and recurrent epithelial keratitis due to herpes simplex types 1 and 2.
Viroptic Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<6yrs: not recommended. Do not exceed recommended dose. ≥6yrs: 1 drop every 2hrs while awake; max 9 drops/day. After reepithelialization, 1 drop every 4hrs for 7 days (at least 5 drops/day); max 21 days therapy. Reevaluate if no improvement in 7 days or incomplete reepithelialization in 14 days.
Viroptic Contraindications
Not Applicable
Viroptic Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Viroptic Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Glaucoma. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
Viroptic Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Viroptic Interactions
Not Applicable
Viroptic Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Transient ocular burning or stinging, keratopathy, edema, irritation, keratitis sicca, hyperemia, increased intraocular pressure.
Viroptic Clinical Trials
See Literature
Viroptic Note
Not Applicable
Viroptic Patient Counseling
See Literature
