Eloxatin 100mg/50ml Injection
Rx RequiredSalt Composition: Oxaliplatin Injection USP
Expiry Date: 01/2028
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About The Product
Rectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer
Eloxatin 100mg/50ml Injection belongs to the category of anticancer medicines. This medicine is used to treat colon & rectum cancer. The growth of cancer cells is uncontrollable and abnormal in the human body. It is difficult to diagnose cancer in the early stages as there are no noticeable symptoms. When diagnosed in advanced stages, only the symptoms of the disease can be reduced. Eloxatin Injection is usually given with another anticancer medicine as part of a combination therapy to increase the efficacy of the treatment.
Description
Eloxatin 100mg/50ml Injection is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of colon and rectal cancer. The active ingredient of Eloxatin is Oxaliplatin, which belongs to the drug class of platinum-based antineoplastic agents.
It is administered by an experienced nurse or medical professional. Eloxatin Injection works by killing the cancer cells, thereby reducing the size of the tumor.
In this way, it prevents cancer cells from spreading to other parts of the body. The required dosage and duration of the medicine are decided by the doctor.
This depends on the disease being treated and the stage of the disease. The doctor will check medical history, age, health condition, and the body's response to the treatment before prescribing this medicine.
Taking it in the wrong way or overdosing can cause severe side effects. It may take weeks for patients to notice the benefits of the medicine.
So do not stop taking this capsule until your doctor says to do so.
Side Effects
The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Eloxatin 100mg/50ml Injection. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects don't need special medical attention. It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.
Some of the common side effects of Eloxatin Injection are mentioned below:
Headache
Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Blood in urine
Blood clots
Low RBC count
High blood pressure
High risk of infections
Depression and insomnia
Indigestion and heartburn
Low levels of calcium in the blood
Serious side effects are:
Seizures
Mouth ulcers
Blurred vision
Irregular heartbeat
Sore throat and fever
Altered mental function
Severe allergic reactions
Muscle pain and weakness
Abnormal bleeding or bruising
Continuous diarrhea and vomiting
Extreme tiredness and breathlessness
How To Use
- Eloxatin 100mg/50ml Injection is a prescription-based anticancer drug.
- It is advised to take this injection after consulting your healthcare expert.
- This medicine should be given intravenously by an experienced nurse or doctor.
- Please do not self-administer.
How It Works
Eloxatin 100mg/50ml Injection works by damaging the genetic material present inside the cancer cells that is responsible for their growth. When the DNA & RNA of the cancer cells get destroyed, it automatically stops their multiplication process.
It also reduces the size of the tumor by killing the cancer cells.
Safety Advice
The interaction of alcohol with this drug is still unknown. It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking Eloxatin 100mg/50ml Injection. Consult your doctor for further information.
Eloxatin 100mg/50ml Injection may be considered unsafe during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor in such condition.
Eloxatin 100mg/50ml Injection is probably not safe if you're breastfeeding. Kindly consult your doctor.
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery as you may feel dizzy after taking Eloxatin 100mg/50ml Injection.
Share your medical history with your healthcare expert in case of kidney disease before taking Eloxatin 100mg/50ml Injection.
Inform your doctor before starting Eloxatin 100mg/50ml Injection if you have liver disease to avoid any serious side effects.
Missed Doses
- It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Eloxatin 100mg/50ml Injection.
- In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately.
- Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one.
- Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.
Quick Tips
It is advised to use effective birth control methods and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with Eloxatin 100mg/50ml Injection.
A person should avoid smoking while undergoing treatment with Eloxatin Injection. Smoking may reduce the effectiveness of medicine.
Monitor your blood sugar & pressure, Kidney & Liver function (KFT & LFT), Heart function at proper intervals after taking Eloxatin.
Swelling of hands, lips, and weight gain are some of the side effects observed after taking this medicine. To reduce them, the doctor may suggest some medication.
Skin becomes extremely sensitive after taking Eloxatin 100mg/50ml Injection. It is advised to cover your skin exposed to direct sun rays and use high SPF sunscreen before going out.
It is advised to avoid taking analgesics/ antacids (medicines used to neutralize the stomach acid) while taking Eloxatin Injection, as it may reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.
FAQs
This medicine is used to treat colon and rectal cancer.
Doctors prescribe this to treat late stages of colon cancer after surgically removing the primary tumor, metastatic colon and rectum cancer.
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