Bavencio overview
BRAND NAMES:
Bavencio
Generic Names:
Bavencio
Uses:
Treats bladder cancer, kidney cancer, and Merkel cell cancer.
Therapeutic Classes:
Antineoplastic Agent
Forms:
Injectable
How it’s taken:
By injection
What is Bavencio used for?
What form(s) does Bavencio come in
Injectable
What are common Bavencio doses?
Vial 10ml of 200mg/10ml
Common Bavencio prescriptions
Bavencio
10ml of 200mg/10ml vial
How to take Bavencio
Injection routeYou will receive this medicine while you are in a hospital or cancer treatment center. A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine.
Missed dose: Injection routeThis medicine needs to be given on a fixed schedule. If you miss a dose, call your doctor, home health caregiver, or treatment clinic for instructions.
This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein. The medicine must be given slowly, so the needle will have to remain in place for at least 60 minutes.
Your doctor may give you other medicines (including allergy medicine, fever medicine) before the first 4 infusions of this medicine to prevent unwanted effects.
What to do if you miss a dose of Bavencio
Bavencio contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to avelumab, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Bavencio warnings
Injection routeIt is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. Use an effective form of birth control during treatment and for at least 1 month after your last dose.
This medicine may cause the following problems:Pneumonitis (lung problems)Liver problems, including hepatitisColitis (inflammation of the colon), which might damage your digestive systemAdrenal, pituitary, or thyroid gland problemsKidney problems, which could lead to kidney failureChanges in blood sugar levelsSerious skin reactionsInfusion reactions, which could be life-threateningIncreased risk of heart failure or heart attack
Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, diabetes, lung or breathing problems, stomach or bowel problems, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or immune system problems.
Do not breastfeed during treatment and for at least 1 month after the last dose of this medicine.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Bavencio interactions
Bavencio side effects
Serious Side Effects
Bloody or black, tarry stools, diarrhea, severe stomach pain
Rapid weight gain, swelling of your face, feet, or lower legs
Weakness, unusual headaches, tiredness, weight changes, feeling cold
Blistering, peeling, red skin rash
Chest pain that may spread to your arms, jaw, back, or neck, chest tightness, cough, trouble breathing, unusual sweating
Lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting
Fever, chills, shaking
Increased hunger or thirst, dry mouth, sweating
Bloody or cloudy urine, change in how much or how often you urinate, painful or difficult urination
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Dark urine or pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, yellow skin or eyes
Joint or muscle pain
Less Serious Side Effects
Tiredness
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed
Mild diarrhea
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