Ganpyar Eye Gel is an antiviral medicine used to treat viral infections caused by cytomegalovirus in immunocompromised people who have undergone an organ or bone marrow transplantation. It also reduces the risk of blindness in a serious eye infection caused by CMV, known as CMV retinitis.

Ganpyar Eye Gel is used in the treatment of HIV infections

Uses of Ganpyar Eye Gel

Cytomegalovirus Infection

Benefits of Ganpyar Eye Gel

In Cytomegalovirus Infection

Cytomegalovirus infection is a common virus infection that may affect people who are immunocompromised or those who have undergone any transplant. Ganpyar Eye Gel helps treat cytomegalovirus infection in the eyes by preventing multiplication of the infection-causing virus. Keep using the medicine as advised by the doctor to get maximum benefit.

Side effects of Ganpyar Eye Gel

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ganpyar

Eye irritation

How to use Ganpyar Eye Gel

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid.

How Ganpyar Eye Gel works

Ganpyar Eye Gel is an antiviral medication which treats viral infections of the eye. It works by preventing the multiplication of the virus on the surface of your eyeball (cornea). This stops the production of new viruses and clears up your eye infection.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ganpyar Eye Gel may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ganpyar Eye Gel is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Ganpyar Eye Gel may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
You may feel sleepy, dizzy, confused or shaky, or you may lose your balance or have fits while using Ganpyar Eye Gel.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

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Chemical Class

Nucleoside analog

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Antiviral (Non-HIV) drugs

Patient concerns

hello, one of my frnd suffering with hiv infection from last 2yrs her cd4 is more than 470 and viral load is zero undetectable now she is using art medicines i have doubt that can we have to use art medicine in the whole life or can we stop it once we get viral load zero

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

You still need to be on ART even if the viral load is undetectable

i have unprotected sex with my friend. Can I take any drugs now to prevent any STD/HIV infection

Dr. Shyam Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Hello PATIENT to 1mg. There is some medicine for prophylactic but you need to see physician for prescription and better you check HIV status of both partner

FAQs

Is Ganpyar Eye Gel effective?

Ganpyar Eye Gel is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Ganpyar Eye Gel too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

I feel better now, can I stop using Ganpyar Eye Gel?

No, you should not stop using Ganpyar Eye Gel suddenly without talking to your doctor. This is because your symptoms may worsen and your infection may return. Remember, your symptoms may improve and you may feel better before the infection is completely cleared. Stopping the medication too early could allow the spread of the infection and hence, prevent complete healing.

In which conditions is the use of Ganpyar Eye Gel avoided?

Use of Ganpyar Eye Gel should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Ganpyar Eye Gel or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy, or if you are using Ganpyar Eye Gel for the first time, consult your doctor.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Ganpyar Eye Gel?

Keep Ganpyar Eye Gel in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose off the unused medicine. Keep it away from children and other people to avoid any misuse.

Is Ganpyar Eye Gel safe?

Ganpyar Eye Gel is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Use it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

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