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Cidofovir Ophthalmic

Vistide(compounded)

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Sourced from primary literature. Awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer — our editorial process.

Drug Class

Antiviral

Routes

TOPICAL (ophthalmic)

Indications

FHV-1 keratitisViral keratitis

Mechanism of Action

Nucleotide analog that inhibits viral DNA polymerase. Does not require viral thymidine kinase for activation, effective against TK-resistant strains.

Side effects & warnings

Compounded from IV formulation. Handle with gloves. Mild local irritation. Used for FHV-1 keratitis in cats. Twice daily dosing (less frequent than other antivirals).

Species with Cidofovir Ophthalmic dosing data (2 dose rules)

Cat (Domestic)Dog (Domestic)

Evidence levels across 2 dose rules

Extrapolated×1Moderate×1

Each ExoticRx dose rule is graded by the strength of its primary evidence — see the editorial process.

Backed by 2 published primary sources

  • · Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed
  • · Papich Handbook of Veterinary Drugs, 5th Ed

Sample dosing (2 of 2 cited rules)

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SpeciesRouteDoseFrequencyEvidenceSource
Dog (Domestic)TOPICAL (ophthalmic)0 1 drop per eyeq12hExtrapolatedPapich Handbook of Veterinary Drugs, 5th Ed
Cat (Domestic)TOPICAL (ophthalmic)0 1 drop per eyeq12hModerateCarpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed

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