Verteporfin
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
Visudyne?
Brand Names: Canada:
Visudyne?
Uses
- It is used to treat macular degeneration.
- Verteporfin moves to the problem eye. It blocks the leak.
Dosing
How to take
- It is given as a shot into a vein.
- A laser is needed to make this drug work.
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