Information about Pegaptanib

Generic Name : Pegaptanib
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Pegaptanib are provided here.

Pronunciation : peg-AP-ta-nib SO-dee-um

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Pegaptanib, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y56.5 Therapeutic Classification : Ophthalmologic Agents

Trade Names/Brand Names of Pegaptanib

International :

Macugen

Why is Pegaptanib Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an anti-angiogenic agent, prescribed for neovascular (wet) age-related macular degeneration (AMD). It blocks a protein in the eye to slow or stop wet AMD.

When should Pegaptanib not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with eye infections, and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Pegaptanib?

IV- The recommended dose is 0.3mg once in every six weeks.

How should Pegaptanib be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Pegaptanib?

• 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.

What are the side effects of Pegaptanib?

Ocular ( Eye) - Blurred vision, cataract, tearing, eye irritation, eye pain, increased eye pressure (IOP), reduced visual acuity, visual disturbance, eye inflammation and swelling.
Non-ocular - Lung inflammation, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, nausea, urinary tract infection, joint inflammation, bone projection, stroke, chest pain, skin inflammation, bruising, increased sugar, indigestion, hearing loss, lung infection, heart attack, urinary retention, fainting and vomiting.