Bevacizumab-adcd (Vegzelga)

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Note: this is an FDA-approved biosimilar. The information below is reproduced from the Bevacizumab (Avastin) page, except for the details of FDA indication and the references.

General information

Class/mechanism: Monoclonal antibody that inhibits angiogenesis by binding VEGF and preventing the interaction of VEGF with its receptors (Flt-1 and KDR) on the surface of endothelial cells.
Route: IV
Extravasation: neutral

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Diseases for which it is used

History of changes in FDA indication

Also known as

  • Code name: CT-P16
  • Brand name: Vegzelga, Vegzelma