Macugen
Macugen decreases the level of a protein that affects the cells of the eye. This protein can cause swelling and blood vessel changes that lead to macular degeneration and blindness. Macugen treats age-related macular degeneration. Macugen may also be used for purposes other than those listed in...
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Macugen
Macugen is used for: Treating a certain eye problem known as neovascular (wet) age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
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Pegaptanib Sodium
Pegaptanib Sodium Pronunciation: (peg-AP-ta-nib SO-dee-um) Class: Selective vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) antagonist Trade Names: Macugen - Injection 0.3 mg Pharmacology Antagonizes effects of VEGF, which are thought to contribute to the progression of neovascular form of age-related...
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Macugen (pegaptanib sodium injection)
...[Posted 04/07/2006] (OSI)Eyetech/Pfizer and FDA notified healthcare professionals of important changes in the approved product labeling for Macugen (pegaptanib sodium injection), including changes to the CONTRAINDICATIONS, PRECAUTIONS, ADVERSE EVENTS Post-Marketing, and DOSAGE and ADMINISTRATION...
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See also: Macular Degeneration

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