Lucentis Injection
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Product introduction
Lucentis Injection is used for the treatment of eye diseases which are caused by diabetes, macular degeneration, and macular swelling. It reduces the abnormal growth and leakage of blood vessels in the eye that can cause vision loss.
Lucentis Injection is administered directly into the eyeball by an eye specialist. You should not self administer this medicine at home. The common side effects include conjunctival hemorrhage, eye pain, eye floaters, increased intraocular pressure, and eye inflammation.
However, if you experience these side effects for a longer duration or any other symptoms which you think may be due to this medicine, please inform your doctor. It is not advised to drive after administration of this injection as it may cause blurring of vision.
Lucentis Injection is administered directly into the eyeball by an eye specialist. You should not self administer this medicine at home. The common side effects include conjunctival hemorrhage, eye pain, eye floaters, increased intraocular pressure, and eye inflammation.
However, if you experience these side effects for a longer duration or any other symptoms which you think may be due to this medicine, please inform your doctor. It is not advised to drive after administration of this injection as it may cause blurring of vision.
Uses of Lucentis Injection
- Diabetic eye disease
- Wet age-related macular degeneration
- Macular edema due to retinal vein occlusion
Side effects of Lucentis Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Lucentis
- Conjunctival hemorrhage
- Eye pain
- Increased intraocular pressure
- Foreign body sensation in eyes
- Blurred vision
- Nausea
- Dry eye
- Eye itching
- Cataract
- Vitreous floaters
- Vitreous detachment
- Intraocular inflammation
- Eye irritation
- Increased lacrimation
- Eyelid inflammation
- Ocular hyperemia
- Retinal disorder
- Maculopathy
- Eye discomfort
- Posterior capsule opacification
- Injection site hemorrhage
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Joint pain
- Renal failure
- Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
- Gastro-esophageal reflux disease
- Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol)
- Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways)
How to use Lucentis Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Lucentis Injection works
Lucentis Injection is a monoclonal antibody. It works in cancer by stopping the formation of blood vessels that bring oxygen and nutrients to cancerous cells. This may slow the growth and spread of cancer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lucentis Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lucentis Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lucentis Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Lucentis Injection may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lucentis Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Lucentis Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lucentis Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Lucentis Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Lucentis Injection?
If you miss a dose of Lucentis Injection, please consult your doctor.\n
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Quick tips
- It may cause temporary visual disturbances. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Lucentis Injection affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you experience increased eye pain and redness, blurred or decreased vision, or increased sensitivity to light.
- Wear sunglasses if your eyes feel sensitive to light
- Use eye drops if they are prescribed to you by your doctor.
- Ask your doctor if you should avoid any particular activities.
- Try to rest your eyes as much as possible (for at least a few hours).
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Monoclonal antibody (mAb)
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) inhibitor for AMD
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Lucentis Injection
Once A Day
37%
Once A Month
30%
Twice A Month
26%
Once A Week
7%
What are you using Lucentis Injection for?
Wet age-relat*
37%
Diabetic macu*
20%
Diabetic eye *
20%
Macular edema*
13%
Others
10%
*Wet age-related macular degeneration, Diabetic macular edema (accumulation of fluid in eye of diabetic patients), Diabetic eye disease, Macular edema due to retinal vein occlusion
How much was the improvement?
Average
48%
Poor
30%
Excellent
22%
What were the side-effects while using Lucentis Injection?
No Side Effec*
43%
Increased int*
14%
Conjunctival *
14%
Eye inflammat*
14%
Eye pain
14%
*No Side Effect, Increased intraocular pressure, Conjunctival hemorrhage, Eye inflammation
How do you take Lucentis Injection?
With food
50%
With or witho*
50%
*With or without food
Please rate Lucentis Injection on price
Not Expensive
50%
Expensive
50%
FAQs
How is Lucentis Injection administered?
Lucentis Injection is to be administered by intravitreal (into the eye) injection once a month. Your doctor will use a medicine to numb your eye before giving you the injection. You will receive this injection in a hospital or clinic setting.
Can Lucentis Injection cause eye redness and pain?
Yes, some of the common side effects of Lucentis Injection are eye redness, sensitivity to light, pain, and abnormal vision. Seek immediate medical help in such cases.
Who should not take Lucentis Injection?
Lucentis Injection should not be taken by individuals who are allergic to the medication or have an active eye infection.
What is the duration of treatment for Lucentis Injection?
Lucentis Injection is recommended to be initially administered by intravitreal injection (into the eye) once a month (approximately 28 days) for up to 3 months.
What precautions should I take after taking Lucentis Injection?
After taking Lucentis Injection:<br>a. You should not wash your face and hair or shower for 48 hours<br>b. Avoid rubbing your eyes<br>c. Avoid swimming for a week. Consult your doctor in case of any doubts<br>d. Do not wear contact lenses immediately after injection. You may wear spectacles instead<br>e. Give complete rest to your eyes and do not strain by looking at television, mobile phones, or computer screens for 1-2 days.
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Name: Novartis India Ltd
Address: Sandoz House, Shiv Sagar Estate, Worli Mumbai -400 018, India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Lucentis Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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