Avastin (Psycormedies) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Colorectal Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Avastin (Psycormedies) has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Avastin (Psycormedies). Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Avastin (Psycormedies) include Dry Mouth, Altered taste. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Avastin (Psycormedies) as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Avastin (Psycormedies) are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Avastin (Psycormedies) has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Avastin (Psycormedies) related warnings talks about Avastin (Psycormedies)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Avastin (Psycormedies) contraindications section.
Besides this, Avastin (Psycormedies) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Avastin (Psycormedies), it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Avastin (Psycormedies) is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Avastin (Psycormedies) is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Avastin (Psycormedies) safe for pregnant women?
Avastin (Psycormedies) shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Avastin (Psycormedies) safe during breastfeeding?
Avastin (Psycormedies) may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Avastin (Psycormedies) on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Avastin (Psycormedies). If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Avastin (Psycormedies) on the Liver?
Avastin (Psycormedies) may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Avastin (Psycormedies) on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Avastin (Psycormedies). If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Avastin (Psycormedies) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Avastin (Psycormedies) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Avastin (Psycormedies) habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Avastin (Psycormedies).
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Avastin (Psycormedies) can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Avastin (Psycormedies) only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Avastin (Psycormedies) is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Avastin (Psycormedies)
It is safe to take Avastin (Psycormedies) with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Avastin (Psycormedies)
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Avastin (Psycormedies) with alcohol will be.
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