Avastin is given every 2 weeks for metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) patients starting Avastin for first- or second-line treatment. Avastin is given every 3 weeks for metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) patients continuing on Avastin for second-line treatment after a first-line treatment that included Avastin.

Should Avastin be given before or after chemotherapy?

For this use, Avastin is given after the cancer has already been treated with surgery. At the start of treatment, Avastin is used with two chemotherapy drugs called carboplatin and paclitaxel (Abraxane). (Chemotherapy describes traditional drugs used to treat cancer.) After a period of time, Avastin is used on its own.

When should Avastin be given?

When do I receive Avastin? Depending on the type of chemotherapy you're on, Avastin is given every 2 or 3 weeks. Avastin can be scheduled on the same day you get your chemotherapy.