
Ranizurel 0.5mg Injection
Manufacturer
Reliance Life Sciences
Salt Composition
Ranibizumab (0.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ranizurel 0.5mg Injection is used for the treatment of eye diseases caused by diabetes, macular degeneration, and macular swelling.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Ranizurel 0.5mg Injection is administered directly into the eyeball by an eye specialist. You should not self administer this medicine at home. The common side effects include conjunctival hemorrhage, eye pain, eye floaters, increased intraocular pressure, and eye inflammation. However, if you experience these side effects for a longer duration or any other symptoms which you think may be due to this medicine, please inform your doctor. It is not advised to drive after administration of this injection as it may cause blurring of vision.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Ranizurel 0.5mg Injection is an anti-angiogenic medication. It works by blocking a protein called vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF). This stops the growth and leakage of abnormal blood vessels in the eye(s) that may cause vision loss.
Quick Tips
It may cause temporary visual disturbances. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Ranizurel 0.5mg Injection affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience increased eye pain and redness Blurred or decreased vision Increased sensitivity to light Wear sunglasses if your eyes feel sensitive to light Use eye drops if they are prescribed to you by your doctor Ask your doctor if you should avoid any particular activities Try to rest your eyes as much as possible (for at least a few hours)