What is the most important information I should know about trifluridine ophthalmic?
Do not use this medication if you are allergic to trifluridine. This medication will not
treat an infection that is caused by
bacteria or fungus.
The usual dose of trifluridine ophthalmic is one drop into the affected eye every 2 hours
while you are awake. Do not use more than 9 drops in the course of one full day.
Once your condition improves, you may need to keep using the medication 4 times
daily (up to 5 drops per day) for another 7 days. Your doctor should check your eyes to
determine how long you need to use the medicine.
If you wear contact lenses, remove them before applying trifluridine ophthalmic. Ask your
doctor if contact lenses can be reinserted after putting in the eye drops.
Avoid using other eye medications while using trifluridine ophthalmic, unless your doctor
has told you to.
Trifluridine ophthalmic may cause blurred vision. Be careful if you drive, operate
machinery, or do anything else that requires you to be able to see clearly.
Do not allow the dropper tip to touch any surface, including the eyes or hands. If the
dropper becomes contaminated it could cause an infection in your eye, which can lead to vision
loss or serious damage to the eye.
Do not use the eye drops if the liquid has changed colors or has particles in it.
Contact your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse after using this
medication for 7 days.
What is trifluridine ophthalmic?
Trifluridine ophthalmic is an antiviral medication. It fights eye infections that are caused
by certain viruses.
Trifluridine ophthalmic is used to treat eye infections caused by the
herpes simplex
virus, which can lead to swelling or
ulcers in the eyelids or cornea (surface of the eyeball).
Trifluridine ophthalmic may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this
medication guide.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using trifluridine ophthalmic?
Do not use this medication if you are allergic to trifluridine. This medication will not
treat an infection that is caused by bacteria or fungus.
FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell
your doctor if you are
pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether trifluridine ophthalmic passes into breast milk or if it could
harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are
breast-feeding a baby.
Do not use this medication in a child younger than 6 years old.
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