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Oxakem 50 Injection 25 ml Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

OXALIPLATIN-2MG/ML

Uses:

Colon and rectal cancer

Medicinal Benefits:

Oxakem 50 Injection 25 ml contains Oxaliplatin, which belongs to the group of medicines called platinum-containing antineoplastic agents used to treat stage III colon cancer after complete removal of the primary tumour and metastatic cancer of the colon and rectum. It is used in combination with other anti-cancer medicines, such as 5-fluorouracil and folinic acid. Oxakem 50 Injection 25 ml works by killing the cancer cells. Thereby, it helps treat cancer. Oxakem 50 Injection 25 ml may also be used with other medicines to prevent colon cancer from spreading in patients who have had surgery to remove the tumour.

FAQs

Oxakem 50 Injection 25 ml works by killing the cancer cells. Thereby, it helps treat cancer.

Oxakem 50 Injection 25 ml may have an anti-fertility effect, which could be irreversible. Therefore, male patients should seek medical advice on the conservation of sperm prior to treatment with Oxakem 50 Injection 25 ml.

Avoid drinking or eating anything colder than room temperature. Do not touch any cold objects, wash your hands in cold water, go near air conditioners or freezers, or go outside in cold weather unless absolutely necessary for five days after you receive each dose of Oxakem 50 Injection 25 ml. Wear a hat, gloves, and a scarf, and cover your mouth and nose if you must go outside in cold weather.

Oxakem 50 Injection 25 ml may decrease the ability to fight infections due to reduced white blood cells. Stay away from sick people during treatment with Oxakem 50 Injection 25 ml.