Avastimab 400mg Injection
Manufacturer
RPG Life Sciences Ltd
Salt Composition
Bevacizumab (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Avastimab 400mg Injection is an anticancer medication used to treat various types of cancer, including colon and rectum, non-small cell lung, kidney, brain, ovarian, and cervical cancer.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Avastimab 400mg Injection is an effective medicine and first-line option when used together with other cancer medicines. It is given as an infusion, and your doctor will decide your dose and duration. You may experience infusion reactions such as high blood pressure and trouble breathing. You will need to check your blood pressure and levels of protein in your urine while taking this medication. The most common side effects include rectal bleeding, taste change, and headache.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How it works
Avastimab 400mg Injection is a anti-angiogenic medication that works by blocking a protein called vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), which stops the formation of blood vessels that bring oxygen and nutrients to cancerous cells.
Quick Tips
Avastimab 400mg Injection is an effective medicine First-line option when used together with other medicines for certain types of cancers Given as an infusion May lower wound healing ability May increase risk of bleeding
Frequently asked questions
What types of cancer can Avastimab 400mg Injection be used for?
Avastimab 400mg Injection is approved for the treatment of colorectal cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. It must be given along with chemotherapy. It also helps with certain types of lung cancer, kidney cancer, ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, and glioblastoma (a type of brain tumor).
How is Avastimab 400mg Injection administered?
Avastimab 400mg Injection is given as an infusion. This means it's delivered via a small needle in your vein or through a port, which is a device placed under your skin. Your doctor will decide your dose and duration, and they will monitor you for signs of an infusion reaction.
How long can I take Avastimab 400mg Injection?
You continue taking Avastimab 400mg Injection as long as your disease is controlled and side effects are manageable. Your doctor will determine whether you should stop taking the medication. If your cancer progresses during this initial treatment, discuss with your doctor if a different chemotherapy option may be suitable.
How does Avastimab 400mg Injection differ from chemotherapy?
Both Avastimab 400mg Injection and chemotherapy aim to fight cancer. Chemotherapy attacks fast-growing cells, while Avastimab 400mg Injection targets the growth of new blood vessels that feed tumors. This helps shrink or stop the tumor's growth.
Do I still need chemotherapy when taking Avastimab 400mg Injection?
You continue with chemotherapy alongside Avastimab 400mg Injection, as it enhances the effectiveness of the treatment.
