Oxaliplatin is an antineoplastic agent that is used to treat colorectal cancer, among others, with the disadvantage of possible side effects such as nausea, fatigue, neutropenia, and neurotoxicity.
Oxaliplatin is a non-cycle-specific antineoplastic agent that can be used for the treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer, locally advanced and metastatic hepatocellular carcinoma, and others.
The disadvantages of oxaliplatin are that adverse reactions such as peripheral sensory neuropathy, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, stomatitis, fatigue, neutropenia, elevated hepatic transaminases, and even serious adverse reactions such as severe myelosuppression, ventricular arrhythmia, rhabdomyolysis, and anaphylactic reactions may occur during its use.
Oxaliplatin can not be used in people who are allergic to oxaliplatin, and can not be used in lactating women. It should be used under the supervision of a doctor and in strict compliance with medical advice, and the use of close attention to whether there are any of the above adverse reactions. If any significant discomfort occurs, prompt medical attention should be sought.