Description
Oxabenz 50/100 (Oxaliplatin for injection) is a liquid injection, which contains preservative free and sterile active drug concentrate.
Generic Name-> Oxaliplatin
Drug Class- Antineoplastic agent
Oxaliplatin is a platinum derived chemotherapeutic agent which is used for the treatment of advanced colorectal cancer. It exerts its cytotoxic effects by inhibiting DNA and RNA synthesis and formation of DNA lesions. These cytotoxic effects damages DNA, initiates apoptosis and ultimately cell death.
Dosage and Administration
The recommended dosing regimen of oxaliplatin is as follow:
Dosage Form and Strengths
Oxabenz 50/100 (Oxaliplatin for injection) is a liquid injection, which contains preservative free and sterile active drug concentrate.
Oxaliplatin used in combination with infusional 5 fluorouracil/leucovorin, is indicated for:
Adverse Reactions
Contraindications