GENERIC NAME: IDOXURIDINE - TOPICAL SOLUTION (eye-dox-YOUR-eh-deen)
Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: This medication is used to treat certain herpes virus external infections.
HOW TO USE: Applying the medication at the first sign of oncoming infection is important. Very frequent application of the drug makes it more effective. In some cases, a bandage moistened with the drug may be used to cover the affected area. Follow the specific instructions from your doctor and pharmacist. Stopping the medication too early may allow the virus to continue to grow resulting in a relapse of the infection. Continue to use the medicine for at least 24 hours after the affected area appears normal. This medication is for external use only.
SIDE EFFECTS: Very unlikely but report promptly any allergic skin reaction. Symptoms include redness, itching, rash or discomfort. Also, nausea, diarrhea, mouth sores, fever, unusual bleeding or bruising, any hair loss, runny nose, unusual weakness or increased salivation. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: allergies (especially drug allergies). This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether this drug is excreted into breast milk. Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially of: all skin products (particularly those that contain boric acid). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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