Visudyne Powder for Injection

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Visudyne Powder for Injection

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Visudyne Information

Visudyne is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Macular Degeneration. Visudyne also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Visudyne depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Visudyne as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Visudyne 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.

In addition, Visudyne's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Visudyne has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Visudyne related warnings section.

The section on Visudyne contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Visudyne may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Visudyne is safe while driving, and is addiction.



Visudyne Benefits & Uses

Visudyne is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Visudyne Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Macular Degeneration
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Macular Degeneration
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Visudyne Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Visudyne safe for pregnant women?


    Visudyne can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Visudyne right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Visudyne safe during breastfeeding?


    There is no research available on the side effects of Visudyne in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Visudyne on the Kidneys?


    Visudyne may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Visudyne on the Liver?


    Visudyne can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Visudyne on the Heart?


    Visudyne has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Visudyne with Other Drugs

Visudyne should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Mild



Visudyne Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Visudyne unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Visudyne

  • Is this Visudyne habit forming or addictive?


    Visudyne does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Visudyne will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Visudyne only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Visudyne is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Visudyne Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Visudyne


    There is no information on the effects of taking Visudyne with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Visudyne


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Visudyne and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Visudyne® (verteporfin)



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