Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 25, 2022.
Hypersensitivity Reactions, including AnaphylaxisSerious and fatal hypersensitivity adverse reactions, including anaphylaxis, can occur with oxaliplatin within minutes of administration and during any cycle. Oxaliplatin is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity reactions to oxaliplatin and other platinum-based drugs. Immediately and permanently discontinue oxaliplatin for hypersensitivity reactions and administer appropriate treatment .
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Eloxatin
Available Dosage Forms:
- Solution
- Powder for Solution
Therapeutic Class: Antineoplastic Agent
Pharmacologic Class: Platinum Coordination Complex
Uses for oxaliplatin
Oxaliplatin injection is given along with other medicines (eg, fluorouracil, leucovorin) to treat advanced cancer of the colon or rectum. It is also used to treat severe colon cancer in patients who have had a surgery.
Oxaliplatin is an antineoplastic agent (cancer medicine). It interferes with the growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed by the body.
Oxaliplatin is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.
Before using oxaliplatin
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For oxaliplatin, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to oxaliplatin or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of oxaliplatin injection in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Geriatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of..
