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Cidofovir Compounded Ophthalmic for Cats Rx
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Usually ships the same weekday before 3pm CT with veterinary approval.
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Requires veterinary authorization.
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Your pet's veterinarian will provide directions for use.
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This is a compounded medication.
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Additional cold packed next-day service shipped Mon-Thurs required.
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We are unable to ship this product to Mississippi, Nebraska or North Dakota.
What is Epicur Cidofovir 0.5% Compounded Ophthalmic Solution for Cats?
- Cidofovir is an antiviral eye drop used to treat viral eye infections in cats caused by feline herpes virus.
Why is Cidofovir 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution given to cats?
- Cidofovir is used to treat viral eye infections caused by the feline herpesvirus in cats.
- Compared to other ophthalmic antiviral agents, Cidofovir has less frequent administration and shorter treatment durations.
What else should I know about Cidofovir Ophthalmic Solution for cats?
- Store this medication in the refrigerator.
- It requires cold-packed, next-business-day shipping service.
What problems could my cat have with Cidofovir Ophthalmic Solution?
- Side effects may include mild stinging, irritation, or redness of the eyes.
- Cidofovir should not be used in cats who have kidney problems and who are being treated with other drugs that may damage the kidneys.
- Cidofovir should not be used in cats that are pregnant, nursing, or breeding.
- This medication takes several doses before you will see any effect. The medication’s full effects may not be evident until your animal has taken it consistently for several weeks, but you will see a gradual improvement of your animal’s clinical signs until the medication becomes fully effective.
How is Cidofovir Ophthalmic Solution used for cats?
- Administer this drug to your animal’s eye in the exact amount that your veterinarian has prescribed.
- Use proper administration techniques to avoid contamination of the eye drops. Do not allow the dropper to touch any part of your animal’s eye.
- Keep the cap on when not in use.
- Wait 5 minutes after applying the Cidofovir Eye Drops before applying any other eye medications.
- Wear gloves and wash your hands before and after handling the medication.
- If any residue is left on your animal’s face after giving the eye drops, gently wipe it off with a damp cloth or tissue.
- For at least 20 to 30 minutes after application, prevent your cat and other animals from licking or grooming the treated eye.
What is in Cidofovir Ophthalmic Solution for cats?
- Cidofovir is the active ingredient in this medication. It is an antiviral that suppresses viral replication by obstructing the production of viral DNA.
Will I get what I see in the picture?
- Cidofovir Ophthalmic Solution is a compounded medication made by Epicur.
Who makes Cidofovir 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution for cats?
- Cidofovir Ophthalmic Solution is manufactured by the compounding pharmacy Epicur.