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Macugen is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Infusion. It is typically used for the treatment of Macular Degeneration.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Macugen. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Macugen side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Macugen go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Macugen's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Macugen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Eye Infections must refrain from the use of Macugen since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Macugen have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Macugen with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Macugen is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Macugen is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Macugen safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Macugen in pregnant women.
Is the use of Macugen safe during breastfeeding?
Macugen may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Macugen on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Macugen on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Macugen on the Liver?
Macugen is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Macugen on the Heart?
Macugen is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Macugen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Macugen habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Macugen.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Macugen as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Macugen should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Macugen cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Macugen
Taking Macugen with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Macugen
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Macugen with alcohol will be.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 784-785
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Adlyxin (lixisenatide)
