Macugen and Toradol

• Generic Name: pegaptanib ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution
• Other Brand Names: Macugen

Macugen (pegaptanib) is made from a human antibody fragment. It works by keeping new blood vessels from forming under the retina (a sensory membrane that lines the inside of the eye). In people with a certain type of eye disease, new blood vessels grow under the retina where they leak blood and fluid. This is known as the "wet form" of macular degeneration.

Macugen is used to treat wet age-related macular degeneration.

Macugen may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: ketorolac
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Toradol, Sprix

Toradol (ketorolac) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Ketorolac works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

Toradol is used short-term (5 days or less) to treat moderate to severe pain.

Toradol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.