Oxaliplatin 100mg Infusion Description:
Oxaliplatin 100mg Infusion is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA) of the cancer cells and stops their growth and multiplication.
Uses:
Oxaliplatin 100mg Infusion is used in the treatment of cancer of colon and rectum.
Side Effects:
Nausea, Fatigue, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Vomiting, Diarrhoea, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Low blood platelets, Increased liver enzymes, Peripheral sensory neuropathy, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth).
Dosage:
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
FAQs
Is Oxaliplatin highly emetogenic
Oxaliplatin is highly emetogenic, can cause hair loss, temporary infertility, diarrhea, neuropathy, cold sensitivity. Oxaliplatin is not ototoxic
Is Oxaliplatin a vesicant
Oxaliplatin is a vesicant, chemotherapeutic drug. Oxaliplatin is not an alkylating agent it is a platinum containing antineoplastic agent
How is Oxaliplatin administered?
Oxaliplatin is administered as intravenous infusion or bolus injection.
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