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If you have AMD, it's important to learn how it can affect your vision. You should also know about the kinds of AMD and some steps you can take to help preserve your sight.
Learn moreWhether your loved one needs help getting around the house or just someone to talk to, the issue of support is key.
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Welcome to the Visudyne AMD Resource Center
You've come to the right place for important information about Visudyne® (verteporfin for injection) therapy, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), and vision-related topics.
Whether your doctor has just recommended Visudyne therapy to treat your wet AMD or that of a loved one who has just been diagnosed with AMD, the Visudyne AMD Resource Center is where you want to be. This easy-to-use website provides answers to many of the questions you might have. It can even be useful if you're just looking for information about AMD and related vision topics.
Please note that there are several types of AMD. Your doctor will determine which type you have. Visudyne is indicated only for one specific type of wet AMD.
Use the Visudyne AMD Resource Center as your "info depot" to learn about AMD, Visudyne therapy, coping with low vision, or supporting a loved one with AMD. You can also use this website to find additional resources and support for your fight for sight.
Of course, your healthcare provider is the best source of medical information pertaining to your specific needs. Please be sure to consult your doctor for information about your condition.
Visudyne is a treatment to help slow the loss of vision in persons with predominantly classic wet AMD.
Important Safety Information
Visudyne therapy is not for everyone. People who have an abnormal sensitivity to light (a condition called porphyria) and those with allergies to any of the ingredients should not receive Visudyne. (Your doctor has a list of ingredients in Visudyne.) Check with your doctor or healthcare professional to see if you might be allergic to any component of Visudyne therapy. Only your doctor can determine if Visudyne is right for you.
Changes in vision, including blurring, decreased sharpness in vision, and gaps in vision are some of the most commonly reported side effects. Between 1% and 5% of patients experienced a substantial decrease in vision in the first 7 days after treatment, though some patients achieved partial recovery. Patients who experience substantial vision loss should consult their healthcare professional immediately. Injection site reactions and temporary back pain during injection were some of the most commonly reported side effects.
Patients should avoid direct sunlight or bright indoor light for 5 days following therapy with Visudyne.
Patients who have to go outdoors in daylight after treatment must protect all parts of their skin and eyes by wearing protective clothing and dark glasses. Ultraviolet (UV) sunscreens are not effective in protecting against photosensitivity reactions.
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