Bevacizumab (Avastin)

Bevacizumab, known by its brand name Avastin, is a medication that blocks a protein called VEGF, which promotes the growth of new blood vessels. Since tumors need blood supply to grow, Avastin helps to slow or stop their development by preventing new blood vessel formation. It’s used to treat various cancers such as colon, lung, and kidney cancers. The drug is administered through an infusion and can improve outcomes by controlling tumor growth. While effective, it may also cause side effects like bleeding or high blood pressure, so it’s carefully managed by healthcare professionals.