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Avelumab Intravenous and Colitis

Result of checking the interaction of drug Avelumab Intravenous and disease Colitis for safety when used together.

Check result:

Avelumab Intravenous <> Colitis

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

Immune-mediated colitis has been reported with the use of avelumab. It is recommended to administer corticosteroids at a dose of 1 to 2 mg/kg/day prednisone equivalents followed by corticosteroid taper for moderate or severe or life-threatening colitis. If appropriate modify the dose according to manufacturer recommendations. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of colitis. Permanently discontinue avelumab for life-threatening or for recurrent colitis. Care should be taken when using avelumab in patients with inflammatory bowel disease.

Avelumab Intravenous

Generic Name: avelumab

Brand Name: Bavencio

Synonyms: Avelumab

What is Avelumab Intravenous?