Avastin (Bevacizumab)
What is a Generic Drug?
A generic drug is a copy of the brand-name drug with the same dosage, safety, strength, quality, consumption method, performance, and intended use. Before generics become available on the market, the generic company must prove it has the same active ingredients as the brand-name drug and works in the same way and in the same amount of time in the body.
The only differences between generics and their brand-name counterparts is that generics are less expensive and may look slightly different (eg. different shape or color), as trademarks laws prevent a generic from looking exactly like the brand-name drug.
Generics are less expensive because generic manufacturers don't have to invest large sums of money to develop a drug. When the brand-name patent expires, generic companies can manufacture a copy of the brand-name and sell it at a substantial discount.
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Product Details
Description
Avastin (bevacizumab) is a medication used off-label to treat wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
Directions
Avastin will be injected into your eye via a thin needle by your ophthalmologist.
Before the procedure, your eye will be cleaned and numbed with medication.
Tell your ophthalmologist about any questions or concerns you may have.
Ingredients
Bevacizumab is the active ingredient in Avastin.
Contraindications
There are no contraindications, or reasons why a person should not receive Avastin, listed on the American Academy of Ophthalmology® website. Talk to your ophthalmologist about whether Avastin is right for you.
Cautions
- Before you begin treatment with Avastin eye injection, talk to your ophthalmologist about:
- All the prescription and nonprescription medications you take
- Your allergies
- Your current health problems and past medical history
- Your pregnancy or breastfeeding status
- Avastin eye injection may be associated with the following:
- Light sensitivity
- Eye pain, swelling, and infection
- Detached retina
- Cataracts
Side Effects
Eye redness, feeling like there’s something in your eye, dry eyes, itchy eyes, eye discomfort, blurry vision, and floaters are common Avastin side effects. Other side effects may also occur. Inform your ophthalmologist right away if you have side effects that bother you or won’t go away.
Ask your ophthalmologist about Avastin for eyes.
Reference
- What is Avastin? American Academy of Ophthalmology. 2023.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 9503
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