Oxitan 100mg

Introduction (Oxitan 100 mg)

Oxitan 100mg contains a drug called oxaliplatin. This medicine is an antineoplastic agent used for colorectal (large intestine) cancer either alone or in combination with other medicines. It works to kill cancer cells and prevents cancer cells from growing, dividing, and spreading to other parts of the body.

Colorectal cancer

Colorectal cancer starts in the colon or the rectum. This cancer is called colon cancer or rectal cancer. Cancers that affect either of these organs may be called colorectal cancer. It develops over time and can change after a series of mutations arise in DNA. It occurs when cells that line the colon and rectum become abnormal and grow out of control. Symptoms do not appear until cancer has advanced. It is important to have a regular check for colorectal cancer.

Oxaliplatin

Oxaliplatin, brand name Eloxatin. It is used to treat advanced colorectal cancer. It is available in form of injection. It is an anti-cancer or chemotherapy drug. Oxaliplatin is also used with other medications to prevent cancer from spreading to other parts of the body. It helps to kill or reduce their growth.

Oxitan 100 mg is given in form of an injection by a doctor. Dose and duration will be decided by the necessity and need of the patient. It depends on the treatment and may change from time to time. You should take medicine as per your doctor’s advice. This medicine is strictly not recommended for children, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers. It takes some weeks and months to get a better result. Do not stop taking the medicine before your doctor’s advice.

Some of the most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, fatigue, vomiting, and diarrhea. This medicine reduces the number of blood cells (red and white blood cells ) that increase the chances of infections. Regular blood tests are required to check blood cells. It may also cause some allergic reactions like sore lips, itching, rash and breathing difficulty, and mouth ulcers. 

Benefits of Oxitan 100 mg

Treatment of colorectal cancer

Colorectal cancer is also known as bowel cancer, colon cancer, or rectal cancer. It is the development of cancer from the colon or rectum ( parts of the large intestine ). Signs and symptoms may include a change in bowel movements, weight loss, fatigue, and blood in the stool. It affects older adults. It begins with a small, noncancerous group of cells called polyps inside the colon. After some time these polyps can become colon cancers. Oxitan 100 mg injection treats and lowers the risks of developing cancer cells from growth and bowel cancer. It kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is an effective medicine. You should discuss its risk and benefit with your doctor.

Side effects of Oxitan 100 mg

Some of the major and minor side effects of this medicine are. But not all side effects need doctor’s attention. If you observe any side effects become serious. You may consult your doctor.

Some of the common side effects of this medicine include

• Nausea
• Fatigue
• Anemia
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Decreased white blood cells
• Low blood platelets
• Increase liver enzymes
• Inflammation of mouth

How to take Oxitan 100 mg?

It takes the form of an injection. Always take the medicine as per your doctor’s consultation. Do not miss the dose. If you miss a dose skip the missed dose and follow your schedule regularly on the next day. Do not double the dose. Take medicine every day on time as prescribed by your doctor. Much other medicine can affect this medicine so let your doctor know all medication you are using during the treatment.

How does Oxitan 100 mg work? 

It is an anti-cancer medication used to treat colorectal cancer (parts of the large intestine).

It works to damage cancer cells. It stops or slows down the growth of cancer cells.

It prevents its multiplication.