Generic name:voretigene neparvovec ophthalmic [ voe-RET-i-jeen-ne-PAR-voe-vek-off-THAL-mik ]
Drug class:Miscellaneous ophthalmic agents
What is Luxturna?
Luxturna (for use in the eyes) is used to treat diseases of the retina that can cause night blindness, light sensitivity, and progressive vision loss.
Luxturna is for use only in people with a specific gene mutation. Before you receive Luxturna, you will need a medical test to make sure you have this gene mutation.
Your doctor will also determine whether you have enough remaining cells in your retina to be safely treated with this medicine.
Luxturna may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Voretigene neparvovec can cause changes in your retina that could lead to vision loss. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of this medicine.
Before taking this medicine
Voretigene neparvovec is not approved for use by anyone younger than 12 months or older than 65 years.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
How is Luxturna given?
Luxturna is given as a one-time injection into each eye. You will receive this injection in your doctor's office or other clinic setting.
You may be given a steroid medication to take by mouth, starting 3 days before your injection. Keep using the steroid for as long as your doctor has prescribed.
Voretigene neparvovec is usually given into each eye at separate times, at least 6 days apart.
Your doctor will use a medicine to numb your eye before giving you the voretigene neparvovec injection.
