Aflibercept
Uses of Aflibercept
- Neovascular (wet) age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
- Diabetic macular edema (DME)
- Macular edema following retinal vein occlusion (RVO)
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Myopic choroidal neovascularization
How Aflibercept Works
Aflibercept is a VEGF (vascular endothelial growth factor) inhibitor. It binds to VEGF-A and related proteins that cause abnormal blood vessel formation in the eye. By blocking these proteins, Aflibercept reduces fluid leakage, swelling, and vision loss.
Benefits of Aflibercept
- Prevents vision loss in wet AMD and DME
- Reduces swelling and fluid accumulation in the retina
- Improves or stabilizes visual acuity
- Minimally invasive intravitreal injection
- Effective in reducing eye complications in diabetic patients
How to Take Aflibercept
Aflibercept is given as an intravitreal injection by an eye specialist. The usual dose is 2 mg injected into the eye once every 4 to 8 weeks, depending on the condition and response. Your doctor will determine the dosing schedule and monitor your progress regularly with eye exams.
Type of Dosage Available
- Intravitreal Injection (solution)
Side Effects of Aflibercept
- Eye pain or discomfort
- Increased intraocular pressure
- Blurred vision
- Eye redness or bleeding
- Floaters or visual disturbances
- In rare cases, retinal detachment or endophthalmitis
Safety Advice
- Should only be administered by an ophthalmologist
- Inform your doctor of any eye infections or inflammation
- Avoid rubbing or touching the eye after injection
- Report sudden vision changes or severe eye pain immediately
- Not recommended during active ocular infections
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is Aflibercept used for?
A: Aflibercept is used to treat eye diseases like wet AMD, diabetic macular edema, and retinal vein occlusion by preventing abnormal blood vessel growth.
Q: How is Aflibercept administered?
A: It is given as an injection into the eye by a trained ophthalmologist under sterile conditions.
Q: Is Aflibercept safe?
A: Yes, when administered correctly by an eye specialist. Some mild eye discomfort or redness may occur temporarily.
Q: How often do I need Aflibercept injections?
A: Usually every 4 to 8 weeks, depending on your eye condition and response to treatment.
Q: Can Aflibercept restore vision?
A: It may improve or stabilize vision, especially when started early in conditions like wet AMD or DME.
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Uses of Aflibercept
- Neovascular (wet) age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
- Diabetic macular edema (DME)
- Macular edema following retinal vein occlusion (RVO)
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Myopic choroidal neovascularization
How Aflibercept Works
Aflibercept is a VEGF (vascular endothelial growth factor) inhibitor. It binds to VEGF-A and related proteins that cause abnormal blood vessel formation in the eye. By blocking these proteins, Aflibercept reduces fluid leakage, swelling, and vision loss.
Benefits of Aflibercept
- Prevents vision loss in wet AMD and DME
- Reduces swelling and fluid accumulation in the retina
- Improves or stabilizes visual acuity
- Minimally invasive intravitreal injection
- Effective in reducing eye complications in diabetic patients
How to Take Aflibercept
Aflibercept is given as an intravitreal injection by an eye specialist. The usual dose is 2 mg injected into the eye once every 4 to 8 weeks, depending on the condition and response. Your doctor will determine the dosing schedule and monitor your progress regularly with eye exams.
Type of Dosage Available
- Intravitreal Injection (solution)
Side Effects of Aflibercept
- Eye pain or discomfort
- Increased intraocular pressure
- Blurred vision
- Eye redness or bleeding
- Floaters or visual disturbances
- In rare cases, retinal detachment or endophthalmitis
Safety Advice
- Should only be administered by an ophthalmologist
- Inform your doctor of any eye infections or inflammation
- Avoid rubbing or touching the eye after injection
- Report sudden vision changes or severe eye pain immediately
- Not recommended during active ocular infections
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is Aflibercept used for?
A: Aflibercept is used to treat eye diseases like wet AMD, diabetic macular edema, and retinal vein occlusion by preventing abnormal blood vessel growth.
Q: How is Aflibercept administered?
A: It is given as an injection into the eye by a trained ophthalmologist under sterile conditions.
Q: Is Aflibercept safe?
A: Yes, when administered correctly by an eye specialist. Some mild eye discomfort or redness may occur temporarily.
Q: How often do I need Aflibercept injections?
A: Usually every 4 to 8 weeks, depending on your eye condition and response to treatment.
Q: Can Aflibercept restore vision?
A: It may improve or stabilize vision, especially when started early in conditions like wet AMD or DME.
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