Macugen
- Generic Name: pegaptanib sodium
- Brand Name: Macugen
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Macugen Patient Information Including Side Effects
Brand Names: Macugen
Generic Name: pegaptanib ophthalmic injection
- What is pegaptanib ophthalmic (Macugen)?
- What are the possible side effects of pegaptanib ophthalmic (Macugen)?
- What is the most important information I should know about pegaptanib ophthalmic (Macugen)?
- What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before receiving pegaptanib ophthalmic (Macugen)?
- How is pegaptanib ophthalmic given (Macugen)?
- What happens if I miss a dose (Macugen)?
- What happens if I overdose (Macugen)?
- What should I avoid while receiving pegaptanib ophthalmic (Macugen)?
- What other drugs will affect pegaptanib ophthalmic (Macugen)?
- Where can I get more information (Macugen)?
What is pegaptanib ophthalmic (Macugen)?
Pegaptanib ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used in adults to treat wet age-related macular degeneration.
Pegaptanib ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What are the possible side effects of pegaptanib ophthalmic (Macugen)?
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
- eye pain or redness, swelling around your eyes;
- sudden vision problems; or
- increased sensitivity to light, or seeing "floaters" in your vision.
Common side effects may include:
- vision changes;
- eye pain or discomfort;
- eye redness, irritation, sensitivity to light; or
- watery eyes, crusting or drainage.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What is the most important information I should know about pegaptanib ophthalmic (Macugen)?
Call your doctor at once if you have eye pain or redness, swelling around your eyes, or sudden vision problems.
Macugen Patient Information including How Should I Take
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before receiving pegaptanib ophthalmic (Macugen)?
You should not use pegaptanib ophthalmic if you are allergic to it, or if you have an infection in or around your eyes.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
