How is Ziv Aflibercept dosed?
Ziv Aflibercept is given together with other medicines to treat advanced cancer of the colon or rectum in patients who have already been treated with other cancer medicines that did not work well. The dosage form is a solution. The appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of Ziv Aflibercept injection in the pediatric population, and safety and efficacy have not been established. Elderly patients are more likely to have unwanted effects, which may require caution in patients receiving Ziv Aflibercept injection. The medicine is given by a nurse or other trained health professional in a hospital or cancer treatment center, and it is given together with other cancer medicines every 2 weeks through a needle placed in a vein for at least 1 hour.
What is the dosage form of Ziv Aflibercept?
The dosage form of Ziv Aflibercept is a solution.
What medications are contraindication with Ziv Aflibercept?
Consult a healthcare professional for personalized advice and a comprehensive evaluation of medication interactions.
How is Ziv Aflibercept administered?
Ziv Aflibercept is administered by a healthcare professional in a hospital or cancer treatment center. The medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein for at least 1 hour and is typically given together with other cancer medicines every 2 weeks.
What are common precautions when taking Ziv Aflibercept?
Common precautions when taking Ziv Aflibercept include:
- Allergic reactions: Inform your doctor if you have had any unusual or allergic reactions to this medicine or any other medicines.
- Pediatric use: Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of Ziv Aflibercept injection in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
- Geriatric use: Elderly patients are more likely to have unwanted effects such as diarrhea, dehydration, which may require caution in patients receiving Ziv Aflibercept injection.
- Breastfeeding: Ziv Aflibercept can temporarily lower the number of white blood cells and platelets in your blood, which may increase the risk of infection or bleeding. Be cautious and consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms.
- Blood count monitoring: Ziv Aflibercept can cause a decrease in white blood cells and platelets. Your doctor will monitor your blood count regularly while you are receiving this medication.
- Infections: Avoid contact with people who have infections, and seek immediate medical attention if you develop signs of infection such as fever, chills, cough, or hoarseness.
- Bleeding: Ziv Aflibercept can increase the risk of bleeding. Be cautious and inform your doctor if you experience any unusual bleeding or bruising, black, tarry stools, blood in the urine or stools, or pinpoint red spots on your skin.
- Dental care: Ziv Aflibercept can cause inflammation or swelling of the mouth, tingling of the hands and feet, and ulceration of the skin. Brush your teeth gently and inform your dentist that you are taking this medication.
- Other side effects: Inform your healthcare professional if you experience any other side effects not listed.
Always follow your doctor's instructions and notify them of any concerns or issues while taking Ziv Aflibercept.