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Advamab 100mg Injection

Bevacizumab (100mg)
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Advamab 100mg Injection is an anticancer medication. It is used in the treatment of cancer of colon and rectum, non-small cell lung cancer, kidney cancer, brain tumor, ovarian and cervical cancer. It helps to prevent the growth of new blood vessels that feed tumors and stops tumors from growing.

Written By Dr. Lipika Khurana, PGDHHM, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 11 Nov 2024 | 01:12 AM (IST)
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General Information

Contains

Bevacizumab (100mg)

Marketer

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Storage

Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
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Product introduction

Advamab 100mg 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 Advamab 100mg 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 nosebleeds, headache, high blood pressure, rhinitis, protein in urine, change in taste, dry skin, bleeding, lacrimation disorder, back pain, and exfoliative dermatitis. 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.

Side effects of Advamab Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Advamab
  • Nosebleeds
  • Headache
  • High blood pressure
  • Inflammation of the nose
  • Protein in urine
  • Taste change
  • Dry skin
  • Hemorrhage
  • Increased lacrimation
  • Back pain
  • Exfoliative dermatitis

How to use Advamab Injection

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

How Advamab Injection works

Advamab 100mg 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.

Quick tips

  • Advamab 100mg Injection is an effective, first-line option when used together with other medicines for certain types of cancers such as colorectal, lung, cervical, and kidney cancers.
  • Advamab 100mg Injection is given as an infusion. Your doctor or nurse will monitor you for signs of an infusion reaction such as high blood pressure and trouble breathing.
  • It can lower your wound healing ability. Inform your doctor that you are taking this medication before undergoing any surgical procedure.
  • It can increase the risk of bleeding. Inform your doctor if you notice any unusual bleeding or bleeding that doesn't stop easily.
  • Your doctor may regularly check your blood pressure and levels of protein in your urine while you are on Advamab 100mg Injection.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Advamab 100mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Advamab 100mg 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.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Advamab 100mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving

Driving

UNSAFE
Advamab 100mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Sleepiness and fainting have been reported with Advamab 100mg Injection and this may impair your ability to drive.
Kidney

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Advamab 100mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Advamab 100mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Advamab 100mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Advamab 100mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Advamab 100mg Injection is approved for the treatment of cancer of the colon or rectum that has spread to other parts of the body. It must be given along with chemotherapy. Other types of cancers that it helps with includes certain types of lung cancer, kidney cancer, ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, and glioblastoma (a type of brain tumor).
Advamab 100mg Injection 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. Your doctor will decide your dose and duration and will monitor you for signs of an infusion reaction.
You keep taking Advamab 100mg Injection as long as your disease is controlled and your side effects are manageable. Your doctor will determine whether you should stop taking Advamab 100mg Injection. If your cancer progresses during this initial treatment, talk to your doctor if a different chemotherapy may be an option.
Chemotherapy attacks fast-growing cells, like cancer cells. In contrast, the purpose of Advamab 100mg Injection is to prevent the growth of new blood vessels that feed tumors. This causes the tumour to shrink, or to stop growing.
Chemotherapy is still needed along with taking Advamab 100mg Injection. It makes chemotherapy work better.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Monoclonal antibody (mAb)

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Action Class

Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) inhibitor

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Marketer details

Name: Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Address: Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013.

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
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