Trifluridine (generic name trifluridine opthalmic) is an eye medication used to treat an eye infection caused by the herpes simplex virus. According to Drugs.com, symptoms of a herpes eye infection include ulcers and puffiness of your eyelids or cornea (thin outer layer of your eye). Dosage is typically one eye drop into the affected eye every 2 hours, or as your doctor instructs.
Common Side Effects
According to Drugs.com, Trifluridine's common side effects include blurry vision and increased pressure in your eye. Other prevalent side effects include minor eye pain, burning, stinging, redness and itching of your eyes. Discontinue Trifluridine if these symptoms persist or worsen, and call your doctor.
Serious Side Effects
According to the National Library of Medicine, Trifluridine can lead to increased eye pressure, hyperemia (too much blood flow to your eye), keratitis sicca (dry eyes) and epithelial keratopathy (damage to the thin layer covering your eye). Drugs.com states that Trifluridine can cause extreme swelling around your eyes as well as tunneling of your vision. Notify your physician if you experience these symptoms.
Other Concerns
Avoid this medication if you are allergic to Trifluridine or its ingredients. Drugs.com states that serious side infects can include tongue swelling and closing up of your throat. This can subsequently cause difficulty breathing. Other side effects include swelling of your face, lips and hives.
Trifluridine may have adverse affects on pregnancy and cause your baby to have birth defects. Inform your doctor whether you are pregnant or want to become pregnant. It is unknown whether Trifluridine passes into breast milk, but it is important to notify your doctor if you plan to breast feed while taking this medication.
It is important to tell your doctor about the prescription and over-the-counter medications you are currently using. Drugs.com says that medicines, vitamins, minerals and herbal supplements may all interact with Trifluridine and increase the risk of side effects.
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