Bevaro 100mg Injection
Manufacturer
Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Bevacizumab (100mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Bevaro 100mg 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
Bevaro 100mg 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 or nurse will monitor you for signs of an infusion reaction. You may be advised to check blood pressure and levels of protein in urine while you are 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
Bevaro 100mg Injection is a anti-angiogenic medication that works by blocking a protein called vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF). This stops the formation of blood vessels that bring oxygen and nutrients to cancerous cells.
Quick Tips
Bevaro 100mg Injection is an effective medicine. It is given as an infusion. It can lower your wound healing ability. It can increase the risk of bleeding. Your doctor may regularly check your blood pressure and levels of protein in your urine while you are on Bevaro 100mg Injection.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of cancer can Bevaro 100mg Injection be used for?
Bevaro 100mg Injection is approved for the treatment of certain types of cancers, including: colorectal cancer that has spread to other parts of the body; lung cancer; kidney cancer; ovarian cancer; cervical cancer; and glioblastoma (a type of brain tumor). It is typically used in combination with chemotherapy.
How is Bevaro 100mg Injection given?
Bevaro 100mg Injection is administered as an intravenous infusion. This means it is delivered through a small needle placed into your vein, or through a port (a device placed under the skin). Your doctor will determine your dose and duration of treatment and monitor you for any potential infusion reaction side effects.
How long can I take Bevaro 100mg Injection?
You continue taking Bevaro 100mg Injection as long as the disease is controlled, and your side effects are manageable. Your doctor will determine whether to discontinue treatment based on individual patient progress and response. If your cancer progresses during initial treatment, it's important to discuss potential alternative chemotherapy options with your doctor.
How does Bevaro 100mg Injection work differently from chemotherapy?
Bevaro 100mg Injection works by targeting blood vessels that supply tumors. It stops the growth of new blood vessels, which starve the tumor of nutrients and oxygen needed to grow. Chemotherapy attacks rapidly dividing cells, including cancer cells.
Do people taking Bevaro 100mg Injection still need chemotherapy?
Yes, chemotherapy is essential when combined with Bevaro 100mg Injection for optimal treatment effectiveness. The two treatments work in synergy to target cancer effectively.
