

Avastimab 100mg Injection
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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Product introduction
Avastimab 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 Avastimab 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.
Uses of Avastimab Injection
Side effects of Avastimab Injection
- 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 Avastimab Injection
How Avastimab Injection works
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Quick tips
- Avastimab 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.
- Avastimab 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 Avastimab 100mg Injection.
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Sleepiness and fainting have been reported with Avastimab 100mg Injection and this may impair your ability to drive.

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- Lipid Profile
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- Uric Acid
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