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Medications and Drugs for Treatment of Age Related Macular Degeneration

Discover top medications for 'treating Age Related Macular Degeneration'? This page compiles essential information on generic and brand-name drugs specifically used for Age Related Macular Degeneration treatment.Here, you can explore dosages, prices, side effects, and administration recommendations to find a treatment that suits your needs.

The FAQ drug section on some common drugs addresses questions, offering insights into prescribed Age Related Macular Degeneration medications and management strategies. Always check with your healthcare provider to confirm the suitability of any treatment option discussed here.

Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

Age related macular degeneration is a disease of the elderly, wherein the macula or the central part of the retina gets affected, leading to loss of vision.

Brand Names and Generic Names of Drugs for Treatment of Age Related Macular Degeneration

Bevacizumab

Bevacizumab is used to treat certain types of advanced lung cancer.

Pegaptanib

Pegaptanib is an anti-angiogenic agent, prescribed for neovascular (wet) age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

Ranibizumab

Ranibizumab is a selective vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) antagonist, prescribed for neovascular (wet) age-related macular degeneration (AMD- loss of vision) and macular edema following retinal vein occlusion (RVO).

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Verteporfin

Verteporfin is a benzoporphyrin derivative, prescribed for neovascular age-related macular degeneration.

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Drugs Used to Treat Age Related Macular Degeneration

Drugs Used to Treat Age Related Macular Degeneration

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