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Exploring the Ocular Effects: What does serotonin do to your eyes?

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According to research from the Harvard Brain Science Initiative, serotonin suppresses visual signals from the eye to the brain, selectively filtering the information that reaches the cortex. This powerful neurotransmitter does not only affect mood and sleep but also plays a crucial, multifaceted role in the health and function of our eyes, influencing everything from visual processing to intraocular pressure.

What are the eye injections for cystoid macular edema?

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Cystoid macular edema (CME) after cataract surgery can occur in up to 70% of cases, though most resolve without intervention [1.3.5]. For those who need treatment, an important question is: what are the eye injections for cystoid macular edema?

What is the new alternative to Eylea?

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Approximately 1.75 million Americans have age-related macular degeneration, and for many with the wet form, frequent injections of Eylea have been the standard. Now, several new options raise the key question: **What is the new alternative to Eylea?** These include longer-lasting treatments and biosimilars offering similar efficacy at potentially lower costs.

Is OZURDEX approved for CME?: Understanding Specific Indications and Uses

6 min read
While cystoid macular edema (CME) can arise from many causes, the FDA approval for the dexamethasone implant OZURDEX is limited to specific underlying conditions. The biodegradable OZURDEX implant is an important tool in treating retinal swelling, but its official use case is narrower than its clinical application suggests.

What is the generic name for vabysmo? Unpacking faricimab-svoa

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According to its manufacturer, Vabysmo is a prescription medicine given by injection into the eye to treat certain retinal diseases. When considering treatment, patients often have questions about the medication's composition, specifically, what is the generic name for Vabysmo? The answer is faricimab-svoa, a distinctive type of medication known as a biologic.