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Fomivirsen Ophthalmic (Intravitreal)
IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
FOMIVIRSEN – OPHTHALMIC (INTRAVITREAL)
(foam-eh-VEER-sen)
COMMON BRAND NAME: Vitravene
USES: This medication is used to treat cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis, a type of eye infection. This medication does not treat CMV infection in other parts of your body, nor is it a cure for this infection.
HOW TO USE: This medication is injected directly into the eye (in the intravitreal space). Generally, it is administered once every other week for the first two treatments and then every four weeks thereafter, or as directed. Follow all instructions for proper administration. Consult your pharmacist. Due to increased side effects, use of this medication within 4 weeks of treatment with cidofovir is not recommended. Consult your doctor or pharmacist. If you are currently taking antiviral drugs, continue to take them exactly as prescribed.
SIDE EFFECTS: Minor pain, redness or swelling of the eye may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Report promptly: vision changes, severe pain/bleeding/discharge of the eye. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, including: allergies. This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether this drug is excreted into breast milk. Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of: cidofovir, other eye medications. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor your progress. It is important to have regular follow-up examinations with your doctor/ophthalmologist.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, consult your doctor/ophthalmologist to establish a new dosing schedule.
STORAGE: Store in a refrigerator or at room temperature between 35 and 77 degrees F (2 – 25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Discard any unused liquid in the vial.
Brand Name Fomivirsen Ophthalmic (Intravitreal) drugs
Generic FOMIVIRSEN - OPHTHALMIC (INTRAVITREAL) drugs
- Fomivirsen Sodium Intraoculr