Macugen 0.3mg Infusion

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Macugen 0.3mg Infusion

Here you'll find essential details about Macugen 0.3mg Infusion, a Pfizer Ltd product containing the salt combination Pegaptanib (0.3mg). Key uses of this medication include Wet age-related macular degeneration. Take a moment to explore the specific information provided in the 'Detail' section and utilize the wishlist and compare features for a better understanding.

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  • MRP: ₹ 44571.42
  • Packing: 90.0 ml in 1 bottle
  • Salt Combination: Pegaptanib (0.3mg)
  • Brand: Pfizer Ltd
  • Uses: Wet age-related macular degeneration

Description

  • Macugen 0.3mg Infusion is used in the treatment of eye condition called wet age-related macular degeneration
  • It reduces the abnormal growth of blood vessels in the eye
  • This decreases the chances of swelling as well as fluid and blood leakage that can cause vision loss
  • Macugen 0.3mg Infusion is administered directly into the eyeball by an eye specialist
  • You should not self administer this medicine at home
  • The common side effects include eye pain, redness, blurred or decreased vision and eye discharge.
  • However, if you experience these side effects for a longer duration or any other symptoms which you think may be due to this medicine, please inform your doctor
  • It is not advised to drive after administration of this injection as you may feel sleepy or dizzy and your alertness may be reduced.

Cautions

Liver: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: There is limited information available on the use of Macugen 0.3mg Infusion in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: There is limited information available on the use of Macugen 0.3mg Infusion in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Driving: UNSAFE: Macugen 0.3mg Infusion may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Macugen 0.3mg Infusion is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnency: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Macugen 0.3mg Infusion is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Alcohol: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Macugen 0.3mg Infusion. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action: Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) inhibitor for AMD
Therapeutic class: OPHTHAL
Habit Forming: No
Chemical Class: Oligonucleotides

Uses

Uses of Macugen 0.3mg Infusion

  • Wet age-related macular degeneration
Missed Doses
If you miss a dose of Macugen 0.3mg Infusion, please consult your doctor.

FAQs

Frequestly asked Questions

What is Macugen 0.3mg Infusion sodium?

Macugen 0.3mg Infusion injection belongs to a class of medications called vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) antagonists. Macugen 0.3mg Infusion is mainly used for the treatment of exudative (wet) neovascular age-related macular degeneration (AMD, a disease of the eye that affects vision).

Side Effects

Common and Known Side effects of Macugen 0.3mg Infusion
  • Punctate keratitis
  • High blood pressure
  • Conjunctival hemorrhage
  • Cataract
  • Increased intraocular pressure
  • Eye pain
  • Corneal edema
  • Blurred vision
  • Eye discomfort
  • Eyelid inflammation
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Anterior chamber inflammation
  • Eye discharge
  • Eye irritation
  • Reduced visual acuity
  • Visual disturbance
  • Vitreous floaters
  • Vitreous opacities
  • Vitreous haemorrhage
  • Conjunctivitis
  • Photopsia (presence of perceived flashes of light)
  • Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways)
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Corneal epithelial disorders
  • Joint inflammation
  • Diabetes
  • Chest pain
  • Contact dermatitis
  • Carotid artery disease

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