Fomivirsen : Proper Use (Vitravene)

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Fomivirsen (Parenteral-Local)

Brand Names : Vitravene

Fomivirsen | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects

Proper Use of This Medicine

This medicine will not cure CMV retinitis, although it may help keep it from getting worse. In addition, it will not help other symptoms of CMV (for example, in the lungs or colon).

Dosing - The dose of fomivirsen may be different for different patients. The following information includes only the average doses of fomivirsen.

For parenteral-local dosage form (ophthalmic injection):
- For CMV retinitis:
  - Adults - The usual starting dose is 330 micrograms injected into the eye once every other week for two doses. Then the same dose is used once every four weeks for as long as it is needed.
  - Children - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

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