Fomivirsen (Parenteral-Local)
Brand Names : Vitravene
CategoryDescriptionFomivirsen (foe-MI-vir-sen) is an antiviral medicine that is injected
into the eye (intravitreal). It is used to treat a serious condition called
cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis in persons who have acquired immune deficiency
syndrome (AIDS). Fomivirsen will not cure this eye infection, but it may help
to keep the symptoms from becoming worse.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the
following dosage form:
Parenteral-Local
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Intravitreal injection (injection in the eye) (U.S.)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
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