Avastin® (bevacizumab), used with interferon alfa, is approved to treat metastatic kidney cancer (mRCC).
In studies, when patients took Avastin and interferon alfa instead of interferon alfa alone:
Individual results may vary. Avastin with interferon alfa was not shown to help patients live longer.
See the table below for select side effects that increased by 2% or more in patients who added Avastin to interferon alfa.
*This included nosebleeds, coughing up blood, bleeding of the gums, bleeding in the small and large intestines, and bleeding in the brain, stomach, respiratory tract and skull.
Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks of Avastin. To learn about the possible side effects of taking Avastin, visit the Side Effects page.
Questions about Avastin treatment costs? Let us help you understand your financial assistance options.
Avastin is a tumor-starving therapy. Read more about how it's designed to work.
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