Oxalip Benefits & Uses

Oxalip is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Oxalip 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

Oxalip Related Warnings

Is the use of Oxalip safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Oxalip . If you are pregnant, do not take Oxalip without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Oxalip safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Oxalip . It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Oxalip on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Oxalip on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Oxalip on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Oxalip . If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Oxalip on the Heart?

Oxalip 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 Oxalip with Other Drugs

Oxalip 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

Oxalip Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Neutropenia
Peripheral Neuropathy
Arrhythmia

Frequently asked Questions about Oxalip

Is this Oxalip habit forming or addictive?

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

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Oxalip . So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Oxalip is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Oxalip cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Oxalip Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oxalip

You can take Oxalip with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxalip

Consuming Oxalip with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

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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