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Visudyne 15 mg/1

verteporfin for injection · INJECTION, POWDER, LYOPHILIZED, FOR SOLUTION · Bausch & Lomb Incorporated

No Recall History
Plain English

Visudyne (verteporfin) is an intravenous injection used to treat certain eye conditions, particularly wet age-related macular degeneration, by working as a photoenhancer that activates when exposed to light. It is administered by a healthcare provider and requires a specific light activation procedure as part of the treatment process.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Visudyne
Generic Name
verteporfin for injection
NDC Code (Product)
24208-560
Manufacturer
Bausch & Lomb Incorporated
Strength
15 mg/1
Dosage Form
INJECTION, POWDER, LYOPHILIZED, FOR SOLUTION
Route
INTRAVENOUS
Marketing Status
Application #
NDA021119
Drug Class
Photoenhancer [EPC]
Marketing Start
04/12/2000

Recall History

No Recall History

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Visudyne used for?

Visudyne (verteporfin) is an intravenous injection used to treat certain eye conditions, particularly wet age-related macular degeneration, by working as a photoenhancer that activates when exposed to light. It is administered by a healthcare provider and requires a specific light activation procedure as part of the treatment process.

Is Visudyne a controlled substance?

Visudyne is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Visudyne?

The generic name for Visudyne is verteporfin for injection. There are no other listed brand versions of verteporfin for injection.

What is the NDC code for Visudyne 15 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Visudyne 15 mg/1 is 24208-560, listed by Bausch & Lomb Incorporated.

Product NDC

24208-560

Package NDC

24208-560-15

Other Visudyne Dosages

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