Avastin (Bevacizumab) is a drug used in cancer treatment. It works by by inhibiting new blood vessels from forming which in turn inhibits tumor growth. It is the first angiogenesis inhibitor available in the United States approved by the FDA in 2004.
Fast Facts:
- Brand: Avastin
- Generic: Bevacizumab
- FDA approved in 2008 for advanced breast cancer against the advisory panel's advice
- Approved in 2004 by FDA for colorectal cancer
- Developed by Genentech
- In U.S. marketed by Genentech
- Marketed elsewhere by Roche
- Used in combination with chemotherapy
- Some side effects include: cough, fever, black stools, pain, chills, extreme fatigue, high blood pressure and sore throat
Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before taking Avastin (Bevacizumab).
Avastin (Bevacizumab) is a drug used in cancer treatment. It works by by inhibiting new blood vessels from forming which in turn inhibits tumor growth. It is the first angiogenesis inhibitor available in the United States approved by the FDA in 2004.
Fast Facts:
- Brand: Avastin
- Generic: Bevacizumab
- FDA approved in 2008 for advanced breast cancer against the advisory panel's advice
- Approved in 2004 by FDA for colorectal cancer
- Developed by Genentech
- In U.S. marketed by Genentech
- Marketed elsewhere by Roche
- Used in combination with chemotherapy
- Some side effects include: cough, fever, black stools, pain, chills, extreme fatigue, high blood pressure and sore throat
Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before taking Avastin (Bevacizumab).</note>
- Also try: Breast Cancer
Avastin (Bevacizumab) Message Boards and Blogs
- Wallstreet Journal: Health Blog: Does Avastin Work for Breast Cancer? (December 3, 2007)
