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Side effect(s) of Ranibizumab


Review the side-effects of Ranibizumab as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   Eye
- Dry eye, discomfort, foreign body sensation, headache and increased tears.

   Miscellaneous
- Nausea, nose or throat irritation and seeing floaters or spots.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Ranibizumab

Ranibizumab(Lucentis) generic is a selective vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) antagonist, prescribed for neovascular (wet) age-related macular degeneration (AMD- loss of vision) and macular edema following retinal vein occlusion (RVO). It works by decreasing the growth of certain cells in the eye.


Trade Names for Ranibizumab

International :


Lucentis
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