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Macular Degeneration Medications
Definition of Macular Degeneration: Macular degeneration is a disorder that affects the macula (the central part of the retina of the eye) causing decreased visual acuity and possible loss of central vision.
Drugs associated with Macular Degeneration
The following drugs and medications are in some way related to, or used in the treatment of Macular Degeneration. This service should be used as a supplement to, and NOT a substitute for, the expertise, skill, knowledge and judgment of healthcare practitioners.
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Avastin (Pro, More...)  generic name: bevacizumab class: antineoplastic monoclonal antibodies, tyrosine kinase inhibitors, VEGF/VEGFR inhibitors | 0 review(s) |  | 9.0 | |
| Lucentis (Pro, More...)generic name: ranibizumab class: anti-angiogenic ophthalmic agents | 0 review(s) | Not rated - Be the first | ||
| Macugen (More...)generic name: pegaptanib class: anti-angiogenic ophthalmic agents | 0 review(s) | Not rated - Be the first | ||
| Visudyne (More...)generic name: verteporfin class: miscellaneous antineoplastics, miscellaneous uncategorized agents | 0 review(s) | Not rated - Be the first | ||
Macular Degeneration Medications in the Pipeline
- September 25, 2007 - Alcon Receives FDA Decision on Retaane Suspension for Wet AMD
- May 24, 2005 - Alcon Receives Approvable Letter from FDA for Retaane Suspension
- December 16, 2004 - Alcon Submits Retaane - Drug Applications to U.S. and European Regulatory Authorities
- June 30, 2004 - Alcon Updates Filing Status of Retaane New Drug Application
Latest Macular Degeneration Blog Post
Acucela's Novel Visual Cycle Modulator Demonstrates Promise as a Treatment for Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Dry AMD is a Leading Cause of Blindness in People Over 50; Novel Oral Treatment, ACU-4429, to be Highlighted at Aegean Retina XI Meeting
BOTHELL, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 23, 2009 - Acucela, a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on...
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