Oxalimax Benefits & Uses

Oxalimax is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Oxalimax 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

Oxalimax Related Warnings

Is the use of Oxalimax safe for pregnant women?

Oxalimax shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Oxalimax safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Oxalimax . So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Oxalimax on the Kidneys?

Oxalimax rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Oxalimax on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Oxalimax . If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Oxalimax on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Oxalimax . 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 Oxalimax with Other Drugs

Oxalimax 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

Oxalimax Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Neutropenia
Peripheral Neuropathy
Arrhythmia

Frequently asked Questions about Oxalimax

Is this Oxalimax habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Oxalimax .

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Oxalimax as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Oxalimax only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Oxalimax for mental disorders.

No

Oxalimax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oxalimax

You can take Oxalimax with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxalimax

Taking Oxalimax with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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