Avastin 400mg Injection

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Introduction to Avastin 400mg Injection

Avastin 400mg Injection is an effective medicine, first-line option when used together with other cancer medicines. It is given as an infusion. That means you get it through a small needle in your vein or through a port, which is a device placed under your skin. The doctor will decide your dose and duration and will check you for signs of an infusion reaction such as high blood pressure and trouble breathing. You keep taking Avastin 400mg Injection as long as your disease is controlled and your side effects are manageable. Your doctor will determine whether you should stop taking it or not. 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 of this medicine include rectal bleeding, taste change, and headache. Inform your doctor that you are taking this medication before undergoing any surgical procedure, as the drug has ability to lower the ability of wound healing. Other than this, it also enhances your risk of bleeding thus if you notice any unusual bleeding or bleeding consult with your doctor immediately.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using.

Safety Advice for Avastin 400mg Injection

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Avastin 400mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

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Avastin 400mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

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Avastin 400mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

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Avastin 400mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.<BR>Sleepiness and fainting have been reported with Avastin 400mg Injection and this may impair your ability to drive.

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Avastin 400mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Avastin 400mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Avastin 400mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Avastin 400mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

How Avastin 400mg Injection works

Avastin 400mg Injection is a anti-angiogenic medication. It 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.

How To Use Avastin 400mg Injection

  • Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Side Effects Of Avastin 400mg Injection

  • Rectal bleeding
  • Taste change
  • Headache
  • Nosebleeds
  • Back pain
  • Dry skin
  • High blood pressure
  • Protein in urine
  • Inflammation of the nose

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CHAUHAN HEMEN RAMESHCHANDRA

Content Updated on

Monday, 20 May, 2024

Prescription Required

Avastin 400mg Injection

by Roche Products India Pvt Ltd
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