FDA Approves Avastin
Avastin Approved for treatment for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
Avastin (bevacizumab) is a recombinant humanized monoclonal IgG1 antibody which in combination with intravenous 5-fluorouracil-based chemotherapy, is indicated for first- or second-line treatment of patients with metastatic carcinoma of the colon or rectum.Posted: February 2004
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