Oxaliplatin 100mg/50ml Injection

Oxaliplatin 100mg/50ml Injection is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of colon and rectal cancer. The active ingredient of the Oxaliplatin 100mg/50ml is Oxaliplatin, which belongs to the drug class of platinum-based antineoplastic agents. It is administered by an experienced nurse or medical professional. Oxaliplatin 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 is 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.

The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Oxaliplatin 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 Oxaliplatin 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

Oxaliplatin 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.

Oxaliplatin 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.

It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Oxaliplatin 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.

It is advised to use effective birth control methods and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with Oxaliplatin 100mg/50ml Injection.

A person should avoid smoking while undergoing treatment with Oxaliplatin 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 Oxaliplatin.

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 Oxaliplatin 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 Oxaliplatin Injection, as it may reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.

Keep your body hydrated as Diarrhea is one of the common side effects experienced after taking this medicine. Consult your doctor if it doesn't stop or if blood appears in your stools.