Trifluridine: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use

Functions & Usage

What is the drug Trifluridine used for?

Trifluridine is a drug used to treat eye herpes infections. Herpes is a virus that resides quietly in the body, and will only show symptoms if there is an external trigger.

Trifluridine is not a cure for infection, but treatment of plague can speed healing of wounds / swelling in the eye and lower the risk of complications (eg, loss of vision).

OTHER USES: This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed on the label of any drug approved by a health care professional, but may be prescribed by your healthcare professional. Use this medication for the conditions listed in this section if only it has been prescribed by your healthcare professional.

This medication can also be used to treat other eye infections caused by a virus (for example, vaccinia virus infection).

How do you use the drug Trifluridine?

To apply eye drops, wash your hands first. To avoid contamination, do not touch the tip of the dropper or let it touch your eye or other surface.

Tilt your head back, look up, and gently pull the lower eyelid with your ring finger to create a pocket. Place the tip of the dropper directly over your eye and place 1 drop into the eye bag as directed by your doctor. Look down and gently close your eyes for 1 to 2 minutes. Place one finger on the corner of your eye (near your nose) and press gently. This will prevent the medication from flowing out and drying out. Try not to blink and don't rub your eyes. Repeat this step for your other eye if directed.

Do not rinse the dropper. Change the cap after use.

This medication is usually used every 2 hours while awake until the eye has healed. Do not apply more than 9 drops to the eye within a 24 hour period. After healing, use this medication for 7 days, usually every 4 hours while awake (at least 5 drops per day) or as directed by your doctor.

If you are using any other type of eye medicine (for example, drops or ointment), wait at least 5 to 10 minutes before applying any other medicine. Use the eye drops first before the eye ointment to allow the drops to enter the eye.

Use it regularly to get the full benefits of this medicine. To help you remember, use it at the same time every day. Continue to use this medication for the prescribed time. Stopping treatment too early can result in the infection returning.

Do not use this medicine more often or use it for longer than prescribed because doing so can increase the risk of side effects. This medicine should not be used for more than 21 days..

Tell your doctor if your condition gets worse, doesn't get better after 7 days, or doesn't really get better after 14 days.

Follow the rules given by your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

How to store Trifluridine?

This medication is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.

Precautions & Warnings

What should be considered before using the drug Trifluridine?

Before deciding to use this drug, the risks of using the drug must be weighed against its benefits. This is up to you and your doctor. For this drug, the following should be considered:

Allergy

Tell your doctor if you have had any unusual or allergic reactions to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the list of ingredients that make up the medicine on the label or package carefully.

Children

Although there is no specific information comparing use of trifluridine in children with those used in other age groups, it is not expected that this drug causes different side effects or problems in children than in adults.

Parents

Many drugs have not been studied specifically in older people. Therefore, it may not be known whether this drug works the same way in younger adults or if it causes different side effects or problems in the elderly. There is no specific information comparing the use of trifluridine in the elderly with that used in other age groups.

Is Trifluridine safe for pregnant and lactating women?

There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication. This drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category C according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). (A = No risk, B = No risk in some studies, C = Possible risk, D = Positive evidence of risk, X = Contraindicated, N = Unknown)

Side effects

What are the possible side effects of Trifluridine?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: nausea, vomiting, sweating, hives, itching, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat, or feel like you might pass out.

Stop using Trifluridine and call your doctor if you have any of the following serious side effects:

• Severe swelling around your eye
• Decreased vision
• Eye pain, burning, or other severe eye irritation

Keep using the medication and consult your doctor if you have any of the less serious side effects such as:

• Mild eye pain, burning, stinging, itching, or redness
• Blurred vision
• Pressure sensation inside the eye

Not everyone experiences the following side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Drug Interactions

What drugs can interfere with the drug Trifluridine?

Although certain drugs should not be used at the same time, in other cases two different drugs can be used together even if interactions are possible. In this case, your doctor may be able to change the dose or take other precautions that may be needed. Tell your health care professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription drugs on the market

Can certain foods and drinks interfere with the action of the drug Trifluridine?

Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.

What health conditions can interfere with the performance of the drug Trifluridine?

The presence of other health problems in your body may affect the use of this drug. Tell your doctor if you have other health problems.

Dose

The information provided is not a substitute for a doctor's prescription. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the dose of the drug Trifluridine for adults?

Adults and children 6 years of age and older - One drop every two hours while you are awake. After healing has occurred, the dose can be reduced for seven days to one drop every four hours (at least 5 doses a day) while you are awake.

What is the dosage of the drug Trifluridine for children?

Children up to 6 years of age - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

In what dosages and preparations is Trifluridine available?

1% solution (7.5 mL)

What to do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (118/119) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

What should I do if I forget to take medicine or forget to take medicine?

If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.

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