
Bevatas 400mg Injection
Salt Composition: `Bevacizumab
Expiry Date: 01/2028
Inclusive of all taxes
1 vial(s) of 16ml
About The Product
Colone or Rectal, Chemotherapy Drug, Brain Tumor
Description
Bevatas 400mg Injection is an anticancer medicine with Bevacizumab (400mg) as an active ingredient. It prescribes to treat certain types of cancer such as cancer of colon and rectum, non-small cell lung cancer, kidney cancer, brain tumor, ovarian and cervical cancer.
It works by preventing the growth of new blood vessels that feed tumors and stops tumors from growing. It is an effective medicine and first-line of treatment when used in combination with other cancer medicines.
Uses
- Cancer of colon and rectum
- Ovarian cancer
- Cervical cancer
- Kidney cancer
- Brain tumor
- Non-small cell lung cancer
Side Effects
Bevatas 400mg Injection may cause some common side effects that vary from patient to patient. Discuss the risks and benefits of injection with the doctor before starting the treatment.
Common side effects include:
- Nosebleeds
- Headache
- High blood pressure
- Inflammation of the nose
- Protein in urine
- Taste change
- Dry skin
- Hemorrhage
- Increased lacrimation
- Back pain
- Exfoliative dermatitis
Consult your doctor immediately in case of an emergency.
How To Use
- Bevatas 400mg is available in injection form and is advised to be taken as per the doctor's prescription. It can only be given intravenously by a doctor or nurse under strict medical supervision.Taking this injection in the wrong way may give you severe side effects.
- In case of overdose, contact your healthcare provider or doctor and they will provide you with medical attention. Missing or overdosing will impact the overall health of the patients and may also have side effects. So, it is always advisable to follow the prescription of the doctor strictly.
How It Works
Bevatas 400mg injection is an anti-angiogenic medication with Bevacizumab (400mg) as an active ingredient. It works by blocking a specific protein known as vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF).
By blocking the action of specific protein it stops the formation of blood vessels that bring oxygen and nutrients to cancerous cells. Thereby, stop the growth & multiplication of cancer cells & slow down the progression of disease.
Safety Advice
FAQs
This is a chemotherapy based anticancer drug used to treat certain types of cancer such as cancer of colon and rectum, non-small cell lung cancer, kidney cancer, brain tumor, ovarian and cervical cancer.
References
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