Idoxuridine Compounded Ophthalmic Solution, 15 mL
In a Nutshell
- Effective for managing cat herpes infections
- Causes mild to severe discomfort in some cats
- Moderately priced and convenient to order online
- Declining user satisfaction in recent reviews
Quick Verdict
Idoxuridine eye drops are effective for treating cats' herpes infections but may cause discomfortand are priced moderately.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Critical Warnings
Causes discomfort and stinging in some cats.
Prevention: None mentioned
FHV-1 Depression
Prevention: None mentioned
Pros & Cons
Pros
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Effective Treatment (4)
Dropped very effective in treating herpes infections.
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Convenient Ordering (3)
Easy to order online and delivery is prompt
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Good Value (3)
Reasonably priced compared to local vets
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Easy to Use on Semi-feral Cats (1)
Approved easy to use product that is working for indoor cats.
Cons
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Causes Discomfort (3) major
Some users report that the drops cause discomfort or stinging.
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Price Point (1) minor
Product priced higher than other brands
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Not Effective for FHV-1 (2) critical
Some users report that the drops are not effective for FHV-1 infections.
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Long Waiting Time for Shipment (1) major
Some had to wait more than a week
Quality Trend: Declining
Recent reviews suggest a decline in overall satisfaction.
Positive
Mostly negative
Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • Cat owners — Effective for managing herpes infections in cats, convenient delivery.
- • Owners of indoor and semi-feral cats — Easy to use on both indoor and semi-feral cats.
✗ Skip If
- • Owners of cats with FHV-1 infections. — Some users report that the drops are not effective for FHV-1.
- • Cats with severe eye issues — Users have reported discomfort and stinging.
Durability & Care
Cleaning Methods
Floor Compatibility
Rating Distribution
Common Questions
Can the dropped be used for FHV-1?
Appears to cause discomfort and exasberate for FHV-1
Will it sting?
Mentioned by few of the users.
Highlighted Reviews
"Ease of ordering, my vet ordered it direct, good price and we tried all the forms of the other medicine, which did not work. This one worked. My vet and I are very happy."
"You have to give it 5 times a day weeks at a time. Then you have to reduce the number of times a day for a few weeks in addition to that. Also, it causes the eye or eyes of the cat with FHV-1 to become irritated even more than they already. So it really worsens their condition instead of helping it..."
Bottom Line
Recommended for managing cat herpes infections if you can tolerate the potential discomfort and are looking for convenience when ordering