FDA Approves First Drug for Advanced Macular Degeneration

Teprotumumab reduces inflammation, which causes damage in the eye that leads to progressive central vision loss.

Apr 26, 2023

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Macular degeneration is caused by the deterioration of the macula, a small part of the retina that is responsible for sharp, central vision. It’s most common in older adults and can lead to severe vision loss or blindness. According to a recent CBS News article, the FDA has approved the first and only drug for the treatment of advanced macular degeneration. The drug, teprotumumab, is administered intravenously and has proven effective in clinical trials, with some patients experiencing significant improvement in vision.

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