MACUGEN 0.3MG INFUSION

Overview

MACUGEN 0.3MG INFUSION is a Schedule H drug.

MACUGEN 0.3MG INFUSION is composed of: PEGAPTANIB (0.3 MG)

Pegaptanib is made from a human antibody fragment. It works by keeping new blood vessels from forming under the retina (a sensory membrane that lines the inside of the eye). In people with a certain type of eye disease, new blood vessels grow under the retina where they leak blood and fluid. This is known as the "wet form" of macular degeneration. Pegaptanib ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to treat wet age-related macular degeneration.

Usage

PEGAPTANIB is generally used to treat: Macular Degeneration

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Precautions for MACUGEN 0.3MG INFUSION and its Constituents


Caution should be exercised in patients with history of increased eye pressure, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or vision changes, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Regular eye examination needed during the treatment period.


Common Side-Effects

PEGAPTANIB : Cataract, Eyes Pain, Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness, Head Headache, Hearing Loss, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Weight Loss (unintentional), Wheezing, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Eyes Blurred Vision, Eyes Eye Irritation

Disease Interactions

PEGAPTANIB can interfere with: Uveitis, Optic Neuritis

Technical Classification

PEGAPTANIB is categorized as: ANTI-ANGIOGENIC OPHTHALMIC AGENTS / OPHTHALMIC PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives for MACUGEN 0.3MG INFUSION

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

MACUGEN 0.3MG INFUSIONINR 44571.4 for 90 ML INFUSIONPEGAPTANIB 0.3 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

PEGAPTANIBPEGAPTANIB