Pegaptanib ophthalmic injection and Zohydro ER Capsules

• Generic Name: pegaptanib ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: 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.

Pegaptanib ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to treat wet age-related macular degeneration.

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

• Generic Name: hydrocodone
• Dosage Forms: capsule, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Hysingla ER, Zohydro ER, Vantrela ER

Hydrocodone is an opioid pain medication.

Zohydro ER and Hysingla ER are extended-release forms of hydrocodone that are used for around-the-clock treatment of severe pain.

Extended-release hydrocodone is not for use on an as-needed basis for pain.