Eylea (Aflibercept)

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

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Nationwide Prescription Connection (NPC) is an experienced advocacy service that helps connect patients to manufacturer provided free and discount programs. We can help the uninsured, under insured, those in the Medicare gap also known as the "doughnut hole", or even those needing help with expensive co-pays.  Our web site makes it easy for you to enter the medications you are taking, along with some basic patient information, and then finds the program that is right for you.

Anti-Angiogenic Ophthalmic Agents

Diabetic Macular Edema

Aflibercept is used to treat certain serious eye conditions (such as wet age-related macular degeneration - wet AMD, macular edema following central retinal vein occlusion, diabetic macular edema). This medication can help preserve vision and prevent blindness. Aflibercept belongs to a class of drugs known as growth factor inhibitors. It works by slowing the growth of abnormal new blood vessels in the eye and decreasing leakage from these blood vessels.

This medication is prepared and given by injection into the affected eye(s) by a health care professional. The affected eye is numbed before each injection. After the injection, you will remain in the doctor's office for a while, and your eye(s) and vision will be monitored. The dosage and treatment schedule are based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Your doctor will give you regularly scheduled injections, usually every 1 or 2 months. For the best effect, carefully follow your doctor's directions. Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it.

Injection site pain, feeling as if something is in the eye, or increased tears may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: floaters (blurry shapes that seem to float in front of your eyes), swollen eyelids. Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects, including: chest/jaw/left arm pain, shortness of breath, unusual sweating, weakness on one side of the body, slurred speech, confusion. This medication may rarely increase your risk for developing certain serious eye conditions (endophthalmitis or retinal detachment). Get medical help right away if you notice any of these symptoms in the affected eye(s): pain, redness, sensitivity to light, blurred vision, sudden change in vision, loss of vision. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval. Some products that may interact with this drug include: products applied to the eye (such as eye drops).

Overdose is unlikely with aflibercept as it is given by a health care professional. However, if someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.

For the best possible benefit, it is important to receive each scheduled dose of this medication as directed. If you miss a dose, contact your doctor to establish a new dosing schedule.

Not applicable. This medication is given in a hospital or doctor's office and will not be stored at home.