Fomivirsen (Vitravene)

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Fomivirsen (Parenteral-Local)

Brand Names : Vitravene

Description and Brand Names | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects

Description

Fomivirsen (foe-MI-vir-sen) is an antiviral medicine that is injected into the eye (intravitreal). It is used to treat a serious condition called cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis in persons who have acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). Fomivirsen will not cure this eye infection, but it may help to keep the symptoms from becoming worse.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form:

Parenteral-Local

Intravitreal injection (injection in the eye) (U.S.)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S. -

Vitravene

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Fomivirsen (Parenteral-Local)

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