Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic Gel
Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic 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.
Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic Gel is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash your hands before and after applying the medicine. Hold the tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid.
It may cause eye irritation immediately following application. However, this side effect is temporary and usually subsides on its own. Inform your doctor if it persists for a longer duration. Do not wear contact lenses while using this medicine.
Uses:
Treatment of Cytomegalovirus Infection
Directions For Use:
This medicine is for external use only. Employ 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.
Side Effects:
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 youβre worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Grogen
Eye irritation
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic Gel during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic Gel may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic Gel may cause side effects that 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 Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic Gel.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
FAQs:
Is Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic Gel effective?
Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic 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 Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic Gel too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
I feel better now, can I stop using Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic Gel?
No, you should not stop using Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic 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 Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic Gel avoided?
Employ of Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic Gel should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic Gel or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy, or if you are using Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic Gel for the first time, consult your doctor.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic Gel?
Retain Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic 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. Retain it away from children and other people to avoid any misuse.
Is Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic Gel safe?
Grogen 0.15% Ophthalmic Gel is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Employ 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.
Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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