Cancer of colon and rectum

In Cancer of colon and rectum Cancer of the colon and rectum also known as colorectal cancer (CRC) or bowel cancer is the development of cancer from two parts of the large intestine namely the colon or rectum. In this type of cancer the person may notice symptoms such as blood in the stool a change in bowel movements weight loss and fatigue. Oxarex 100 Injection treats and also lowers the risk of developing further cancerous growths (polyps) and bowel cancer. It kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is an effective yet very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Avoid drinking alcohol or smoking while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Oxarex 100 Injection is used in the treatment of cancer of colon and rectum. It shows its working by stopping or slowing down the growth of cancer cells.Oxarex 100 Injection is given as an injection into vein by a qualified medical professional.  Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.Nausea fatigue vomiting and diarrhea are some common side effects of this medicine. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease red blood and white blood cells) in your blood thereby increasing the susceptibility to infections. It may cause some serious allergic reaction inform your doctor if you notice sore lips or mouth ulcers rash itching and difficulty breathing. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with heart liver and blood uric acid levels.Before taking it tell your doctor if you have heart disease liver or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect or be affected by this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. It makes men infertile hence men should take doctor advice about the freezing of sperm before the treatment. You must avoid driving after taking this medicine as it may cause dizziness.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Oxarex 100 Injection. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Oxarex 100 Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : UNSAFE <p> Oxarex 100 Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Oxarex 100 Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Oxaliplatin_name$ treatment may result in an increased risk of dizziness nausea and vomiting and other neurological symptoms that affect walking and this may affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CAUTION <p> Oxarex 100 Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Oxarex 100 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Limited information is available on the use of Oxarex 100 Injection in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease. | - Liver : CAUTION <p> Oxarex 100 Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Oxarex 100 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Oxarex 100 Injection please consult your doctor.

Chemical Class :: Platinum Analogs|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: ANTI NEOPLASTICS|Action Class :: Platinum compounds-Anticancer

Cancer of colon and rectum

Nausea | Fatigue | Anemia (low number of red blood cells) | Vomiting | Diarrhea | Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils) | Low blood platelets | Increased liver enzymes | Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand) | Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

UNSAFE

UNSAFE

CAUTION

CAUTION