Oxitan 50mg injection
Prescription Required
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Pack of
1 injection
Salt Composition
Oxaliplatin
Storage
Keep in cold place
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Overview
Oxitan 50mg injection is a chemotherapy-based anticancer medicine. It is used in the treatment of Colorectal Cancer(Colon and Rectum). This injection contains Oxaliplatin, a platinum-based chemotherapy drug. Oxaliplatin is also used to prevent the spread of colon cancer who have had surgery and had the tumor.
Indication
Colon and Rectum Cancer
Side Effects
Most side effects of Oxitan 50mg injection do not require medical attention as they may disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. In case these side effects become worse, consult your doctor immediately.
Common side effects include:
Change in taste
Nose bleeding
Tiredness
Diarrhea
Headache
Dizziness
Difficulty in sleeping
Nausea
Vomiting
Loss of hair
Depression dehydration
Muscle pain
Weakness
Muscle cramp
Pain in legs and arm
Breathing problem
If the above symptoms are seen in the patient's body, try to immediately consult the doctor .
How To Use
Oxitan 50mg is available in injection form and is advised to be taken as per the doctor's prescription. It can be taken in the vein only if patients follow the doctor’s prescription as prescribed the result will be visible soon. Taking this injection in the wrong way may give you severe side effects. In case of overdose, contact your healthcare provider or doctor and they will provide you with medical attention. Missing or overdosing will impact the overall health of the patients and may also have side effects. So, it is always advisable to follow the prescription of the doctor strictly.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafe
Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking Oxitan 50mg injection as alcohol can reduce the effectiveness of the medicine and worsen the symptoms
Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Do not take the Oxitan 50mg injection without consulting the doctor in case of pregnancy, as it is an unsafe medicine during this period.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Oxitan 50mg injection is dangerous to use during breastfeeding as it may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
danger
Oxitan 50mg injection may cause side effects such as dizziness or lack of concentration, which could affect your ability to drive. So it's better to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.
Kidney
caution
Consumption of Oxitan 50mg injection should be avoided without informing the doctor if you have any kidney-related issues.
Liver
caution
Consumption of Oxitan 50mg injection should be avoided without informing the doctor if you have any liver-related issues.
Missed Doses
It is advisable not to miss any dose. In case you miss a dose of Oxitan 50mg injection consult your doctor soon.
FAQs
Store below 30 degrees temperature in a dry place.
Self-medication is strictly prohibited. You are not allowed to take it without consulting the doctor.
It depends upon the stage of cancer and the health of the patients.
The Oxitan injection is used to treat rectum and colon cancer.
Pregnant women should consult with their doctor first.
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Reference
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