Interferon-Oftalmo, eye drops 10000 me/ml+1 mg/ml 10 ml

Pharmacotherapeutic group: Combination antiviral drug (cytokine + H1-histamine receptor blocker)

ATC code: S01AD05

Pharmacological properties.

Indications

Active ingredient

How to take, the dosage

Topically, into the conjunctival sac

In viral eye lesions in adults and children in the acute phase of the disease the drug is injected into the conjunctival sac 1-2 drops up to 6-8 times a day. As the inflammatory process subsides the number of drops is reduced to 2-3 times a day until the symptoms disappear.

In case of dry eye syndrome the drug is used daily by putting 1-2 drops in the affected eye 2 times a day for 25-30 days until the symptoms are gone.

For the prevention and treatment of complications after excimer laser refractive surgery of the cornea the drug is used daily by putting 1-2 drops in the eye 2 times a day from the day after surgery for 10 days.

In order to prevent graft disease and to prevent recurrence of herpetic keratitis after keratoplasty the drug is used daily by putting 1-2 drops in the operated eye 3-4 times a day during the first two weeks after surgery.

If there is no improvement after treatment, or if symptoms worsen or new symptoms develop, consult a doctor. Use only with the directions, route of administration, and dosage listed.

Interaction

The drug is compatible and well combined with anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, corticosteroid, reparative eye medications – stimulants of corneal regeneration and tear replacement therapy drugs.

If you use any other medications at the same time (including over-the-counter medications), please consult your physician before using Interferon-Oftalmo.

Special Instructions

Patients who use contact lenses should only inject the drug with the lenses removed and may wear them 15-20 minutes after injecting.

Do not exceed the maximum periods and recommended doses when using the medication on its own. If there is no reduction or if the symptoms of the disease worsen, a physician should be consulted.

The visual perception may be unclear immediately after instillation, so it is recommended to start driving or operating machinery several minutes after the drug is in.

Synopsis

Contraindications

Pregnancy use

The use of the drug during pregnancy and breastfeeding is possible only by prescription of a physician if the expected effect exceeds the risk of fetal and neonatal complications.

Consult your doctor before using Interferon-Oftalmo if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant, or if you are planning to become pregnant.