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Verteporfin
INFORMATION ABOUT VERTEPORFIN
Verteporfin Uses
Verteporfin is used in the treatment of wet age-related macular degeneration, cancer of colon and rectum, non-small cell lung cancer, ovarian cancer, cancer of fallopian tube and kidney cancer.
How Verteporfin works
Verteporfin accumulates in the abnormal blood vessels and, when stimulated by non-thermal red light in the presence of oxygen, produces highly reactive short-lived singlet oxygen and other reactive oxygen radicals, resulting in local damage to the endothelium and blockage of the vessels.
Common side effects of Verteporfin
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
Eye itching, Cataract, High blood pressure, Injection site reaction, Visual disturbance, Conjunctivitis, Eyelid inflammation, Decreased vision, Photosensitivity, Weakness, Fever, Flu-like symptoms, Eczema, Gastrointestinal cancer, Constipation, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Abnormal liver function tests, Albumin in urine, Joint pain, Sleep disorder, Cough, Double vision, Hearing impairment, Benign prostatic hyperplasia
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Lipika Khurana
PGDHHM, BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Lalit Kanodia
MBA, MD Pharmacology
Last updated
28 Mar 2025 | 05:57 AM (UTC)
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Medicine brands for Verteporfin
Visudyne
₹79670 to ₹79670
Novartis India Ltd
1 variant(s)
Expert advice for Verteporfin
  • Verteporfin is used for the treatment of eye diseases caused by diabetes, macular degeneration and macular swelling.
  • It is administered directly into the eyeball by an eye specialist.
  • It may cause temporary visual disturbances. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Verteporfin affects you.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience increased eye pain and redness, blurred or decreased vision, or increased sensitivity to light.
  • Verteporfin is an effective, first-line option when used together with other medicines for certain types of cancers such as colorectal, lung, cervical, and kidney cancers.
  • Verteporfin is given as an infusion. Your doctor or nurse will monitor you for signs of an infusion reaction such as high blood pressure and trouble breathing.
  • It can lower your wound healing ability. Inform your doctor that you are taking this medication before undergoing any surgical procedure.
  • It can increase the risk of bleeding. Inform your doctor if you notice any unusual bleeding or bleeding that doesn't stop easily.
  • Your doctor may regularly check your blood pressure and levels of protein in your urine while you are on Verteporfin.