Ganciclovir Ophthalmic Dosage

Medically reviewed on December 15, 2017.

Usual Adult Dose for Herpes Simplex Dendritic Keratitis

Instill 1 drop in the affected eye 5 times a day (about every 3 hours while awake) until corneal ulcer heals, and then 1 drop 3 times a day for 7 days.

Use: For the treatment of acute herpetic keratitis (dendritic ulcers)

Usual Pediatric Dose for Herpes Simplex Dendritic Keratitis

2 years or older: Instill 1 drop in the affected eye 5 times a day (about every 3 hours while awake) until corneal ulcer heals, and then 1 drop 3 times a day for 7 days.

Use: For the treatment of acute herpetic keratitis (dendritic ulcers)

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Precautions

Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 2 years.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Data not available

Other Comments

Administration advice:
-For topical ophthalmic use only

Storage requirements:
-Store at 15C to 25C (59F to 77F); do not freeze.

Patient advice:
-Do not wear contact lenses if you have signs/symptoms of herpetic keratitis or during therapy.
-Avoid contaminating the applicator tip with material from the eye, fingers, or any other source; do not touch the applicator tip to any surface.
-Contact physician if pain develops or redness, itching, or inflammation worsens.

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

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