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Side effect(s) of Bevacizumab


Review the side-effects of Bevacizumab 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.

  Gastrointestinal
- Changes in taste, constipation, diarrhea, increased thirst, indigestion, loss of appetite, mouth pain or sores, nausea, vomiting, black, tarry stools and dry mouth.

  Central Nervous System
- Dizziness, tiredness and headache.

  Skin
- Dry skin, hair loss, swelling, or redness at the injection site, rash, hives, itching and swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue.

  Eye and ENT
- Nosebleed, stuffy or runny nose and voice changes.

  Heart
- Difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, congestive heart failure, calf pain or tenderness and chest pain.

  Miscellaneous
- Muscle pain, sluggishness, weakness and weight loss.

Other Precautions :

Caution is required in patients with:
• Gastrointestinal perforations and Fistula
• Hemorrhage
• Blood clots
• Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES)
• Renal Injury and Proteinuria
• Pregnant and lactating women
• Ovarian Failure
• Heart Failure

Drug Name : Bevacizumab

Bevacizumab is a monoclonal antibody used to treat certain types of advanced cancers. It has recently gained attention due to increased usage in severe COVID-19.


Brand Names or Trade Names of Bevacizumab

International :


Avastin.
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