How is Voretigene Neparvovec Rzyl Injection dosed?
The dosage and frequency of administration should be determined by your doctor and may depend on factors such as your age, weight, and medical history. The medication is typically given through a needle into the retina of each eye, at least 6 days apart. It is important to follow your doctor's instructions carefully to achieve the desired therapeutic effect.
What is the dosage form of Voretigene Neparvovec Rzyl Injection?
Injection
How is Voretigene Neparvovec Rzyl Injection administered?
The medication is administered into the retina of each eye separately, at least 6 days apart, by your doctor or under their direct supervision. An oral steroid medicine may be given before, during, and after treatment. After the injection, your doctor may advise you to lie down as much as possible for 24 hours.
What are common precautions when taking Voretigene Neparvovec Rzyl Injection?
Common precautions when taking this medication include:
- Informing your doctor about any allergies or allergic reactions to this medicine or other medicines.
- Avoiding use in children younger than 12 months of age.
- Monitoring for potential endophthalmitis (inflammation of the inside of the eye) and consulting your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as blurred vision, eye pain, redness, sensitivity to light, or tearing.
- Following your doctor's instructions, which may include receiving an oral steroid medicine before, during, and after treatment, and lying down for an extended period after the injection.
Please note that this information is not a substitute for medical advice from your doctor. Consult with your healthcare professional for personalized advice regarding the use of this medication.