Side effect(s) of Ziv-Aflibercept

Review the side-effects of Ziv-Aflibercept as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   Infections - Urinary tract infection.

   Blood - Decrease in white blood cells and platelets.

   Metabolic - Decreased appetite, dehydration.

   Central Nervous System - Headache.

   Heart - High blood pressure.

   Respiratory - Nosebleed, difficulty in breathing, throat pain, runny nose.

   Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea, mouth ulcer, abdominal pain, piles, rectal bleeding, and anal cold.

   Skin - Palmar-Plantar Erythrodysesthesia Syndrome, hyperpigmentation.

   Genitourinary - Protein in urine.

   General - Fatigue, weakness and decreased weight.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Ziv-Aflibercept

Ziv-Aflibercept(Zaltrap) generic is a recombinant fusion protein, prescribed for metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) along with other medications. It blocks certain growth factors that are involved in the formation of new blood vessels in tumors to prevent tumor growth.