Generic name: Ranibizumab (ophthalmic)
Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available
What is Susvimo Implant Kit?
Ranibizumab ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used in adults to treat the "wet form" of age-related macular degeneration. Ranibizumab is also used in adults to treat swelling in the retina caused by diabetes, or a blockage in blood vessels.
Ranibizumab can also be used in adults to treat diabetic retinopathy, and myopia caused by abnormal growth of new blood vessels in the retina.
Ranibizumab may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not receive ranibizumab if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
- swelling, redness, pain inside or around your eyes; or
- any type of infection in or around your eyes.
Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had:
- an eye infection;
- retinal detachment;
- a heart attack, or stroke;
- glaucoma or other condition that increases pressure inside your eyes; or
- taken certain other medicines that can increase bleeding risk such as warfarin, aspirin, or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID).
It is not known if ranibizumab will harm an unborn baby. Use effective birth control while using ranibizumab and for at least 12 months after your last dose. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
Ask a doctor if it is safe to breastfeed while using this medicine.
How should I use Susvimo Implant Kit
Use Susvimo Implant Kit (Intravitreal) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.
Ranibizumab injection is administered as an injection into the eye. Your doctor will use a medicine to numb your eye before giving you the injection. You will receive this injection in your doctor's office or other clinical setting.
Ranibizumab eye implant is placed through the white part of the eye by your healthcare provider who will refill your implant once every 6 months.
If you have a ranibizumab eye implant, talk to your doctor if you have an appointment for an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging).
Your eyes will be checked to make sure ranibizumab has not caused any serious side effects.
Call you doctor right away if you notice the eye implant has moved out of place.
Wash your hands first if you have to rub your eyes or touch the area where the eye implant is located.
Call your doctor for instructions if you miss an appointment for your ranibizumab injection.
Susvimo Implant Kit side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
- increased eye pain, swelling, or redness in your eye;
- vision loss, sensitivity to light;
- blurred vision, seeing halos around lights;
- feeling like something is in your eye;
- discharge or watery eyes;
- sudden changes in your vision, seeing flashes of light; or
- a "spider webs" appearance in your vision.
Common side effects may include:
- eye pain;
- sensitivity to light;
- "floaters" in your vision;
- increased pressure inside the eye; or
- eye redness or a blood spot on the white of your eye.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect Susvimo Implant Kit?
Avoid driving or hazardous activity until the eye shield can be removed and you are able to see clearly.