What company makes verteporfin?
Verteporfin (Visudyne, Novartis AG) is the first photodynamic drug to receive regulatory approval for use in ophthalmology. The development of verteporfin therapy was more complex than that of many other drugs because of the need to develop both the light-activated drug and the laser system used to activate it.
What is verteporfin used to treat?
Verteporfin is used together with a special laser light, to treat abnormal blood vessel formation in a part of the eye which, if left untreated, can lead to a loss of eyesight.
Who owns Visudyne?
Visudyne is a trademark of Novartis AG under license.
How much is Visudyne?
Visudyne (verteporfin) is a member of the miscellaneous antineoplastics drug class and is commonly used for Macular Degeneration….Intravenous Powder For Injection.
| Quantity | Per unit | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1,794.44 | $1,794.44 |
Where can I buy Visudyne?
Ordering made easy:
- CALL. Besse Medical 1 (888) 767-7123 to order VISUDYNE®
- CONFIRM. that you have an existing account.
- PLACE. an order and it will be shipped the next day.
Is Visudyne available in USA?
No. There is currently no therapeutically equivalent version of Visudyne available in the United States. Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Visudyne.
Is verteporfin a generic?
No. There is currently no therapeutically equivalent version of Visudyne available in the United States.
Why is there a shortage of Visudyne?
Reason for shortage Since May 2020, the supply of Visudyne has been interrupted due to a reduction in manufacturing capacity. During the shortage situation the company has imported limited stocks from outside the EU and distributed these through a controlled distribution system.
Can I buy verteporfin?
Prices and Coupons for 1 vial of Visudyne 15mg This prescription is provided by a doctor and is generally not available at a pharmacy. This drug is administered by your healthcare practitioner (HCP), which usually means: It may be expensive. You cannot fill this prescription in a regular pharmacy.
How do you take verteporfin?
Verteporfin injection comes as a solid powder cake to be made into a solution to be injected intravenously (into a vein) by a doctor. Verteporfin is usually infused over 10 minutes. Fifteen minutes after the start of the verteporfin infusion, your doctor will administer a special laser light to your eye.