Treatments for advanced dry AMD (geographic atrophy)
Pegcetacoplan (Syfovre): An FDA-approved drug that is injected into the eye to slow the progression of GA.
Avacincaptad pegol (Izervay): Another FDA-approved drug that is also given as a monthly or bi-monthly eye injection to reduce the progression of GA.
I found this article while researching.
Yes, there are now treatments for advanced dry AMD, specifically geographic atrophy (GA), such as the FDA-approved drugs pegcetacoplan (Syfovre) and avacincaptad pegol (Izervay), which are delivered via injection. For other stages of dry AMD, there is no cure, but lifestyle changes, eye vitamins, and assistive devices can help manage the condition and slow its progression.
Oops, that is supposed to be VALEDA, not laleda!
I talked with Retina Specialist about the new Laleda light treatment that the FDA approved (meaning it won't cause harm). He told me he is skeptical as to it's effectivenss. Medicare is looking at it, but has NOT approved. It is given in a series of 9 exposures to the light, but then then you have to repeat the series....for unknow period of time. It can shrink the size of drusen for unspecified period of time.
I have been taking the Areds2 for sixteen months. My cataracts were not ready at my yearly appointment in June 2025. I am seeing my retina specialist next month. I also want to check on the Forseee home device.
My spelling may be wrong but that is what it is called. My understanding it will detect changes in your eyes. It is supposed to be covered under Medicare. We will see.