Cancer of colon and rectum|Ovarian cancer|Cervical cancer|Kidney cancer|Brain tumor|Non-small cell lung cancer

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion is an anticancer medication. It is used in the treatment of cancer of colon and rectum non-small cell lung cancer kidney cancer brain tumor ovarian and cervical cancer. It helps to prevent the growth of new blood vessels that feed tumors and stops tumors from growing.Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion is an effective medicine first-line option when used together with other cancer medicines. It is given as an infusion. That means you get it through a small needle in your vein or through a port which is a device placed under your skin. The doctor will decide your dose and duration and will check you for signs of an infusion reaction such as high blood pressure and trouble breathing. You keep taking Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion as long as your disease is controlled and your side effects are manageable. Your doctor will determine whether you should stop taking it or not. You may be advised to check blood pressure and levels of protein in urine while you are taking this medication.The most common side effects of this medicine include rectal bleeding taste change and headache. Inform your doctor that you are taking this medication before undergoing any surgical procedure as the drug has ability to lower the ability of wound healing. Other than this it also enhances your risk of bleeding thus if you notice any unusual bleeding or bleeding consult with your doctor immediately.Inform your doctor if you are pregnant planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. Many other medicines can affect or be affected by this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Sleepiness and fainting have been reported with Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion and this may impair your ability to drive. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion please consult your doctor.

Chemical Class :: Monoclonal antibody (mAb)|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: ANTI NEOPLASTICS|Action Class :: Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) inhibitor

Cancer of colon and rectum|Ovarian cancer|Cervical cancer|Kidney cancer|Brain tumor|Non-small cell lung cancer

Exfoliative dermatitis | High blood pressure | Nosebleeds | Protein in urine | Decreased appetite | Electrolyte imbalance | Peripheral sensory neuropathy | Breathlessness | Thromboembolism | Wound healing complications | Ovarian failure | Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes) | Low blood platelets | Mucosal inflammation | Abscess | Cellulitis | Hypersensitivity | Rectovaginal fistula

Q. What kinds of cancer can Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion be used for ?::: Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion is approved for the treatment of cancer of the colon or rectum that has spread to other parts of the body. It must be given along with chemotherapy. Other types of cancers that it helps with includes certain types of lung cancer kidney cancer ovarian cancer cervical cancer and glioblastoma (a type of brain tumor). | Q. How is Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion given?::: Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion is given as an infusion. That means you get it through a small needle in your vein or through a port which is a device placed under your skin. Your doctor will decide your dose and duration and will monitor you for signs of an infusion reaction. | Q. How long can I take Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion for?::: You keep taking Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion as long as your disease is controlled and your side effects are manageable. Your doctor will determine whether you should stop taking Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion. If your cancer progresses during this initial treatment talk to your doctor if a different chemotherapy may be an option.| Q. How Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion works differently from chemotherapy?::: Chemotherapy attacks fast-growing cells like cancer cells. In contrast the purpose of Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion is to prevent the growth of new blood vessels that feed tumors. This causes the tumour to shrink or to stop growing.| Q. Does a person taking Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion still need chemotherapy?::: Chemotherapy is still needed along with taking Versavo 100 Solution for Infusion. It makes chemotherapy work better.