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  2. Drugs used to treat macular degeneration include1234:There are currently no medications available to manage dry macular degeneration5.
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    The drug Vabysmo (faricimab-svoa) treats wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and diabetic macular edema (DME), two of the leading causes of vision loss. It’s the first injectable eye medication that has been approved for the treatment of both conditions and offers a more flexible dosing regimen than medications currently used.

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    But in 2004, a groundbreaking new treatment called anti-VEGF—including drugs such as Lucentis, Eylea, and Avastin—became available. These drugs work to stop the blood vessels from growing, subsequently controlling the leakage and slowing down the damage to the macula.

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    Avastin is a drug used to treat wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD). It is also used to treat diabetic eye disease and other problems of the retina. It is injected into the eye to help slow vision loss from these diseases.

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    The Food and Drug Administration recently approved the first drug to treat geographic atrophy, a form of macular degeneration, which affects a person's central vision. Syfovre will be available as an injection and can slow the progression of the disease, although it will not reverse it. The drug is expected to be on the market in early March.

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    Although there are currently no medications available to manage dry macular degeneration, NYU Langone ophthalmologists can prescribe medications to help prevent the wet form of macular degeneration from progressing.

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    What are new treatments for macular degeneration?
    New treatments for macular degeneration may help preserve your eyesight for longer, without the need for frequent injections. Some of these treatments include retinal gene therapy and the "port" delivery system. This article discusses some of the new treatments that are emerging to treat both wet and dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

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    What is the management for macular degeneration?

    Dr. Gustavo Campos

    Doctor of Medicine · 9 years of exp

    The treatment for macular degeneration varies according to its type. Treatment may include eye injections and light therapy. For some cases, though, there won't be any treatment available.
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    Can anti-VEGF drugs treat wet macular degeneration?
    Medications called anti-VEGF drugs can treat wet macular degeneration. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, around 1 in 3 people who take these drugs find that their vision improves, and vision stabilizes in around 9 in 10 people.

    What medications are available for macular degeneration?

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    Can a new drug treat AMD & diabetic macular edema?
    Another new drug that targets two underlying causes of AMD has been FDA approved for both AMD and diabetic macular edema. Faricimab (Vabysmo), targets both VEGF and the protein angiopoietin-2. It’s injected into the eye like a typical anti-VEGF treatment, and it may last longer than earlier types of treatments.

    New Treatments for Age-Related Macular Degeneration

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    What are the holistic treatments for dry macular degeneration?

    Dr. Anet Varghese

    Doctor of Medicine (MBBS) · 1 years of exp

    If you are diagnosed with macular degeneration, you can make lifestyle changes, like eating a healthy diet, quitting smoking, and exercising more, to lower blood pressure or cholesterol, which can slow down the condition. Taking a specific vitamin supplement has also been found to help. Foods to avoid with macular degeneration; Processed foods that contain trans fats. Tropical oils, like palm oil (use vitamin E–rich safflower and corn oil instead) Lard and vegetable shortening, and margarine. High-fat dairy foods (eggs in moderation are a good source of eye-healthy nutrients) Fatty beef, pork and lamb.
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    What is the best eye vitamin for macular degeneration?

    Dr. Alex T. Thomas

    MD · 40 years of exp

    Vitamin E, Vitamin C, lutein, cupric oxide, and zinc oxide are the best vitamins for macular degeneration. Macular degeneration is an eye disease, hence taking eye vitamins can help to protect it.
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  4. Macular degeneration

    Also known as: age-related macular degeneration, AMD
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    One or more of these treatment options may be suggested by your provider.
    There is no permanent cure for macular degeneration. Treatments aim at slowing down the progression of disease and preventing vision loss.
    Medication

    Anti angiogenesis drugs: Prevent the formation of new blood vessels and leakage from the abnormal vessels.

    Ranibizumad . Aflibercept . Bevacizumab


    Vitamin supplements: To reduce the risk of vision loss.

    Vitamin A

    Therapy

    Laser therapy:High-energy laser rays are used to destroy the abnormal blood vessels.

    Photodynamic therapy:A light sensitive drug is used to damage the abnormal blood vessels, followed by the use of laser rays to destroy them.

    Low vision rehabilitation:Working with professionals to cope with changing vision.

    Self-care

    Always talk to your provider before starting anything.

    • Quit smoking.
    • Visit your doctor regularly.
    • Use bright lights in places you commonly use.

    Nutrition

    A healthy balanced diet is recommended.

    Foods to eat:

    • Foods rich in antioxidants: e.g. kale, spinach, broccoli, peas
    • Foods rich in zinc: e.g. milk, cheese, yogurt, whole-grain cereals, whole-wheat bread, lamb
    • Foods high in unsaturated fats: e.g. olive oil
    • Omega-3 fatty acid rich foods: e.g. salmon, tuna, walnut

    Foods to avoid:

    • NA

    Specialist To Consult

    Ophthalmologist

    Specializes in the medical and surgical care of the eyes.

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    List of 24 Macular Degeneration Medications Compared

    • Geographic Atrophy

      Geographic atrophy is late-stage age-related macular degeneration when there …

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  6. Medical News Today
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    What medications are available for macular degeneration?