Oaaliplat Benefits & Uses

Oaaliplat is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Colorectal Cancer

Oaaliplat Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Colorectal Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 140 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: 6 months Special Instructions: Given 85 mg/m2 as IV infusion with combination of 5-fluorouracil/leucovorin in every 2 weeks
Geriatric	Disease: Colorectal Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 140 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: 6 months Special Instructions: Given 85 mg/m2 as IV infusion with combination of 5-fluorouracil/leucovorin in every 2 weeks

Oaaliplat Related Warnings

Is the use of Oaaliplat safe for pregnant women?

Oaaliplat has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Oaaliplat without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Oaaliplat safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Oaaliplat. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Oaaliplat on the Kidneys?

Oaaliplat rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Oaaliplat on the Liver?

Oaaliplat may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Oaaliplat on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Oaaliplat. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Oaaliplat with Other Drugs

Oaaliplat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Clozapine

Fentanyl

Etanercept

Haloperidol

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Moderate

Aspirin

Azithromycin

Oaaliplat Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oaaliplat unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Neutropenia
Peripheral Neuropathy
Arrhythmia

Frequently asked Questions about Oaaliplat

Is this Oaaliplat habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Oaaliplat is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Oaaliplat you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Oaaliplat is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Oaaliplat in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Oaaliplat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oaaliplat

It is safe to take Oaaliplat with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Oaaliplat

Taking alcohol with Oaaliplat can be dangerous.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

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Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Oxaliplan™ (oxaliplatin)

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