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Side effect(s) of Ranibizumab


Review the side-effects of Ranibizumab as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   Eye
- Dry eye, discomfort, foreign body sensation, headache and increased tears.

   Miscellaneous
- Nausea, nose or throat irritation and seeing floaters or spots.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Ranibizumab

Ranibizumab(Lucentis) generic 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). It works by decreasing the growth of certain cells in the eye.


Brand Names or Trade Names of Ranibizumab

International :


Lucentis
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