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Macugen |
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Macugen is an FDA approved prescription drug used in treating age-related macular degeneration (AMD). AMD is an eye condition affecting the retina (back of the eye) and the macula is located in the middle. Macula allows you to see objects with central vision or straight ahead. Macular degeneration is a process that damages the macula, causing the individual to loose central vision. Efficacy as well as benefits of Macugen have been proven but not beyond 2 years in clinical trial studies. This medication helps the individual slow down the process of vision loss which results in vision preservation. It is important to detect macular degeneration as quickly as possible in order to preserve your vision. Macugen is a new type of treatment for macular degeneration and it works in a different way from all of the other AMD related therapies because it blocks the signal which causes blood vessels which are abnormal to leak and grow. You should consult with an eye doctor and discuss the benefits of using Macugen and whether or not it is the right therapy for you. The side effects of Macugen that were reported by individuals include: eye pain, redness, burning sensation, vision loss, high blood pressure, cataract, disturbed vision, and light sensitivity. If you currently have an eye infection you should not use this therapy. Macugen is an eye injection and can cause pressure to build up in the eye. It is injected into the eye every 6 weeks and the duration of the treatment is determined by your doctor. You should consult with your physician if you have any questions about Macugen or concerns about this injection therapy.
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Drugs and Medicine > M
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| Date Submitted |
21-Sep-2005
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