About Ranibizumab
Class: | Monoclonal antibody (anti-VEGF)
Use: | Treatment of neovascular (wet) age-related macular degeneration (AMD), macular edema following retinal vein occlusion (RVO), diabetic macular edema (DME), and myopic choroidal neovascularization (mCNV)
Adult dose: | 0.5 mg (0.05 ml) injected intravitreally once a month; may be adjusted based on clinical response
Pediatric dose: | Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients; not recommended for use in children
Side effects: | C
Drug Class
Monoclonal antibody (anti-VEGF)
Uses & Indications
Treatment of neovascular (wet) age-related macular degeneration (AMD), macular edema following retinal vein occlusion (RVO), diabetic macular edema (DME), and myopic choroidal neovascularization (mCNV)
Storage Requirements
Store in the refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F); do not freeze; protect from light
Manufacturer & Packaging
Manufacturer: Novartis Pharma AG, SWITZERLAND
Package Size
0.23ml Glass Vial
Price & Supplier
Price in UAE: AED 5098.00
Dosage Information
Adult Dose
0.5 mg (0.05 ml) injected intravitreally once a month; may be adjusted based on clinical response
Pediatric Dose
Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients; not recommended for use in children
Side Effects
Common side effects include conjunctival hemorrhage, eye pain, increased intraocular pressure, and retinal detachment
Contraindications & Precautions
Hypersensitivity to ranibizumab or any component of the formulation; active ocular or periocular infection
Important Warnings
Risk of serious eye infections (endophthalmitis), retinal detachment, and increased intraocular pressure; monitor patients closely after injection
Related Medicines in Same Category
See also: Other Monoclonal antibody (anti-VEGF) medicines available in UAE pharmacies
Brolucizumab
Medical Disclaimer
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