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Currently, there are no FDA-approved stem cell treatments available for age-related macular degeneration. However, researchers are actively studying transplantation treatments that would introduce healthy retinal cells as a potential future therapy. For now, the available FDA-approved treatments include AREDS2 supplements Show Full Answer

Currently, there are no FDA-approved stem cell treatments available for age-related macular degeneration. However, researchers are actively studying transplantation treatments that would introduce healthy retinal cells as a potential future therapy. For now, the available FDA-approved treatments include AREDS2 supplements for intermediate AMD, anti-VEGF injections for wet AMD, and two newer medications (Izervay and Syfovre) that were approved in 2023 specifically for geographic atrophy. While stem cell therapy remains experimental, these current treatments can help manage symptoms and slow disease progression.

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