Lilxapla Benefits & Uses

Lilxapla is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Depression

Lilxapla 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

Lilxapla Related Warnings

Is the use of Lilxapla safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Lilxapla. If you are pregnant, do not take Lilxapla without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Lilxapla safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Lilxapla may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Lilxapla should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Lilxapla on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Lilxapla on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Lilxapla on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Lilxapla on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Lilxapla. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Lilxapla with Other Drugs

Lilxapla 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

Lilxapla Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Neutropenia
Peripheral Neuropathy
Arrhythmia

Frequently asked Questions about Lilxapla

Is this Lilxapla habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Lilxapla has not been reported.

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

After taking Lilxapla , you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lilxapla can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Lilxapla is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

Lilxapla is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Lilxapla Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lilxapla

Taking Lilxapla with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lilxapla

Consumption of alcohol and Lilxapla together may have severe 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

References

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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Eloxatin (oxaliplatin)

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

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