Soxplat 100mg Injection

Uses of Soxplat 100mg Injection

  • Treatment of colon and rectal cancer.

Introduction Of Soxplat 100mg Injection

Soxplat 100mg Injection belongs to the group of medications called platinum-based antineoplastic agents. It consists of the active ingredient Oxaliplatin. It is prescribed to treat stage 3 colon cancer after resectioning (surgical removal) of the primary tumor, metastatic colon and rectum cancer.

It is used in combination with other anti-cancer medicines. Colorectal cancer is cancer that usually develops in the rectum and large intestine. It develops from the accumulation of various genetic mutations. Both environmental and genetic factors play a significant role in the origin of colorectal cancer.

The common side effects that are likely to associate with Soxplat 100mg Injection are a reduced number of blood cells, unpleasant sensation in the throat, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, heartburn, blood clots, blood in urine, high blood pressure, depression, insomnia, low calcium level. Inform your doctor if these side effects disturb or persist in you.

Therapeutic Effects of Soxplat 100mg Injection

Soxplat 100mg Injection works by damaging the genetic material, such as DNA and RNA of the cancer cells, that interferes with the growth of cancer cells. It stops their growth and multiplication of cancer cells.


Interaction of Soxplat 100mg with other drugs

Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with Soxplat 100mg Injection and cause undesirable side effects.


More Information about Soxplat 100mg

  • Protect from light.

How to consume Soxplat 100mg

Soxplat 100mg Injection is given by slow injection into one of your veins (an intravenous infusion) over 2 to 6 hours. Your physician will prescribe a dose according to your body surface area.


Safety Advices for Soxplat 100mg

 

Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Soxplat 100mg is unsafe to use during pregnancy; hence it is not recommended. Women should use effective contraception during and after the 4 months of treatment.

 

Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

It is unsafe to breastfeed during treatment with Soxplat 100mg Injection. Your physician might suggest you stop breastfeeding for some time, depending on your condition.

 

Lungs

Consult your doctor

Inform your physician before taking Soxplat 100mg if you have if you have any lung conditions.

 

Liver

Consult your doctor

Inform your physician before starting treatment with Soxplat  if you have liver disease or abnormal liver function.

 

Alcohol

Unsafe

It is unknown whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Soxplat.

 

Driving

Consult your doctor

Avoid driving or using machinery if you experience side effects like dizziness, nausea, vomiting, vision problems, and other neurological symptoms.


Side Effects of Soxplat 100mg Injection

Side Effects

Serious

  • Abnormal bleeding or bruising
  • Severe allergic reactions
  • Continuous diarrhea and vomiting
  • Sore throat and fever

Common

  • A reduced number of blood cells
  • Unpleasant sensation in the throat
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea, vomiting

 

Brand

Mylan

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