Oxalimax Benefits & Uses

Oxalimax is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Oxalimax Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Colorectal Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 140 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: 6 months Special Instructions: Given 85 mg/m2 as IV infusion with combination of 5-fluorouracil/leucovorin in every 2 weeks
Geriatric	Disease: Colorectal Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 140 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: 6 months Special Instructions: Given 85 mg/m2 as IV infusion with combination of 5-fluorouracil/leucovorin in every 2 weeks

Oxalimax Related Warnings

Is the use of Oxalimax safe for pregnant women?

Oxalimax can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Oxalimax safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Oxalimax may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Oxalimax should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Oxalimax on the Kidneys?

Oxalimax may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Oxalimax on the Liver?

Oxalimax may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Oxalimax on the Heart?

Oxalimax can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Oxalimax with Other Drugs

Oxalimax should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Clozapine

Fentanyl

Etanercept

Haloperidol

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Moderate

Aspirin

Azithromycin

Oxalimax Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oxalimax unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Neutropenia
Peripheral Neuropathy
Arrhythmia

Frequently asked Questions about Oxalimax

Is this Oxalimax habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Oxalimax is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Oxalimax as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Oxalimax is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Oxalimax is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Oxalimax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oxalimax

It is safe to take Oxalimax with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxalimax

Taking Oxalimax with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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