What is Eylea? Uses, warnings & side effects
Eylea overview
BRAND NAMES:
Eylea
Generic Names:
Eylea
Uses:
Treats age-related macular degeneration, macular edema, and diabetic retinopathy.
Therapeutic Classes:
Ophthalmologic Agent
Forms:
Injectable
How it’s taken:
Into the eye
What is Eylea used for?
Eylea is used to treat patients with macular degeneration. Eylea stops the production of abnormal, new blood vessels in the eyes. It also prevents fluid buildup in the eye. This prevents scarring and loss of vision in patients with this condition. Eylea is indicated for use in adults and is available as an injection.
What form(s) does Eylea come in?
Injectable
What are common Eylea dosages?
Vial 1ML of 2MG/0.05ML
Syringe 1ML of 2MG/0.05ML
Eylea images - What does Eylea look like?
Eylea
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1ml of 2mg/0.05ml vial
How to take Eylea
An eye doctor (ophthalmologist) will give you this medicine as a shot into the eye.
An eye doctor (ophthalmologist) will give you this medicine as a shot into the eye.
What to do if you miss a dose of Eylea
Eylea contraindications - Who shouldn't take Eylea?
This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to aflibercept, or if you are pregnant, or have an eye infection or active eye swelling.
Eylea warnings
This medicine may cause the following problems: Eye problems, including a detached retina, eye swelling, increased pressure inside your eyeIncreased risk of blood clots, heart attack, or stroke
Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have other eye problems or a history of blood clots, heart attack, or stroke.
It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. Use an effective form of birth control before and during treatment with this medicine and for 3 months after the last dose.
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
This medicine may cause temporary blurred vision. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
Eylea interactions & what to avoid when taking Eylea
Women should use an effective form of birth control during treatment and for 3 months after the last dose. Tell your doctor right away if you think you have become pregnant while you are receiving this medicine.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have other eye problems or a history of blood clots, heart attack, or stroke.
This medicine may cause the following problems: Detached retina, infection, or increased pressure inside your eyeIncreased risk for blood clots
This medicine may cause temporary blurred vision. Do not drive or do anything that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
Eylea side effects - How does Eylea make you feel?
Serious Side Effects
Eye pain or redness, trouble seeing, sensitivity to light, eyelid swelling, blurred vision
Chest pain, trouble breathing, coughing up blood
Pain in your lower leg (calf)
Bleeding in your eye
Numbness or weakness on one side of your body, sudden or severe headache, problems with vision, speech, or walking
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Less Serious Side Effects
Floaters (seeing dark spots or lines in your field of vision), increased tearing
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or redness where the shot is given
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