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How does ganciclovir ophthalmic gel 0.15 % w/w help for any trouble in eyes? thank you.
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That med is a med: Normally used to treat herpes family of viruses. There are many of these including the shingles virus.…. Ask your eye md for more information……..
Answered 8/5/2015
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Gancyclovir gel: Is used to treat herpes eye infections. It is typically used 5 times daily during the initial phases of treatment, then reduced to three times daily based on the response. This should all be decided upon by your ophthalmologist.
Answered 12/5/2013
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