Anti-VEGF (eye injection that stops abnormal blood vessel growth)
Last reviewed June 2026
Who is this for?
Faricimab (sold as Vabysmo) is an injection given directly into the eye by a specialist doctor. It works by blocking two proteins that cause abnormal blood vessel growth and leakage in the back of the eye, helping to protect and improve your vision.
Binds to vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and angiopoietin-2 (Ang-2), inhibiting their interaction with respective receptors and suppressing pathological angiogenesis and vascular permeability in retinal diseases.
Prescription Required
You need a doctor's prescription to buy this drug.
Explore this drug
This is NOT a tablet — it is an injection given into your eye by an eye specialist (ophthalmologist) in a clinic or hospital. You will typically get one injection every 4 weeks for the first few months, then your doctor may space it out to every 8-16 weeks depending on how your eye responds. Do not try to administer this yourself.
If you miss your scheduled appointment for your injection, contact your eye doctor as soon as possible to reschedule. Do not wait too long, as delaying treatment could allow your eye condition to get worse.
Only receive this injection from a qualified eye specialist in a proper clinic or hospital — never from unqualified persons. If you notice sudden vision changes, increasing eye pain, or signs of infection after your injection, go back to the hospital immediately. This is a very specialized and expensive medication, so be wary of fake or unverified products.
Since this drug is injected into the eye by a specialist, major drug interactions are rare. However, always tell your eye doctor about every medicine you are taking, including blood thinners like warfarin or aspirin, and any other eye drops or treatments you are currently using.
Check your specific combination
Is it safe to take Faricimab with your other drugs?
Faricimab may not be safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding — women who are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding should discuss the risks with their doctor before receiving this injection.
Vabysmo is stored and handled by your hospital or eye clinic — it must be kept in a refrigerator (2°C to 8°C). You do not need to store this at home. If your clinic does not have proper cold storage, that is a red flag.
For information only — not medical advice. Always talk to a doctor or pharmacist before changing your medication.
Names this drug is sold under — especially in Nigerian and West African pharmacies
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Counterfeit Drug Warning
Fake drugs are a serious problem in Nigeria. Always buy from a registered pharmacy. If the packaging looks different from what is described above, do not use it.