Oxaliplatin - OX-ah-lee-PLA-tin belongs to the group of medication called antineoplastics. It is using to treat cancer of the colon or rectum. Oxaliplatin is usually given along with other medication to treat cancer.
Oxaliplatin interferes with the growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed. Since the growth of normal cells may also be effected by the drug, other effects may also occur. Some of these may be serious and must be reported to your healthcare professional. Other effects may not be serious but may cause concern. Some effects may occur after treat with oxaliplatin has been stopped. Be sure that you have discussed with your healthcare professional the possible side effects of this drug as well as the good it can do.
This drug is available only with your healthcare professional's prescription, in the following dosage forms:
Some commonly using brand names are:
In the USA
† Not commercially available in Canada.