Dacotin 100 Mg Injection

Dacotin 100 Mg Injection (Oxaliplatin)

What Is The Generic Name For Dacotin 100 Mg Injection:

Oxaliplatin is the generic version for Dacotin 100 mg Injection

Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Dacotin 100 Mg Injection (Oxaliplatin):

• Dacotin

About Dacotin 100 Mg Injection (Oxaliplatin)

Dacotin 100 mg Injection contains an active ingredient, Oxaliplatin, which is used in the treatment of cancer of colon and rectum. The colon & rectum are part of the large intestine. Colorectal cancer occurs when tumors develop in the lining of the large intestine. It is common in both men & women. Symptoms of colorectal cancer include: Diarrhea or constipation, a feeling that your bowel does not empty completely, Blood in your stool, stools that are narrower than usual, frequent gas pains or cramps, or feeling full or bloated, weight loss with no known reason, fatigue, nausea or vomiting. This medicine is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores & must be taken by doctor’s prescription only.

Manufacturer:

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd. is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Dacotin 100 mg Injection. It can be purchased from our online pharmacy.

Strength:

Dacotin 100 mg Injection contains an active ingredient, Oxaliplatin, which is available in other substitutes also at all the leading online pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

What Are The Uses Of The Dacotin 100 Mg Injection (Oxaliplatin):

Dacotin 100 mg Injection is used in the treatment in following conditions:

• Colorectal Cancer

How Dacotin 100 Mg Injection (Oxaliplatin) Works:

Dacotin 100 mg Injection has an active ingredient; Oxaliplatin is an anti-cancer medication. Oxaliplatin inhibits the synthesis of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA). The guanine & cytosine content correlates with the degree of Oxaliplatin-induced cross-linking. At high concentrations of the drug, cellular RNA & protein synthesis are also suppressed. Oxaliplatin undergoes nonenzymatic alteration to active derivatives via displacement of the labile oxalate ligand. Some short term reactive species are produced, including monoaquo & diaquo DACH platinum that covalently bind with macromolecules. Oxaliplatin binds preferentially to the guanine & cytosine moieties of DNA after activation, leading to cross-linking of DNA, thus inhibiting DNA synthesis & transcription.

Before You Use Dacotin 100 Mg Injection (Oxaliplatin):

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Oxaliplatin
• You are not having any serious Disease
• Your doctor must be learned about your medicinal history like your pre- existing disease, surgeries & Medications, Supplements, Food Habits, lifestyle, etc.

What Should You Avoid While Taking Dacotin 100 Mg Injection (Oxaliplatin):

• You should avoid taking alcohol  
• You should avoid driving
• You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Dacotin 100 Mg Injection (Oxaliplatin):

You should not take Dacotin 100 mg Injection if you:

• Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity
• Have liver problems
• Have active infections
• Have severe myelosuppression
• Have bleeding problems
• Have Kidney disease
• Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

Tell Your Doctor If You:  

• Have Allergy to the Injection
• Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs
• Have Liver/ Kidney disease
• Have blood disorder
• Have infections
• Have heart disorder
• Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive
• Are Breastfeeding

Dosage:

Dacotin 100 mg Injection contains an active ingredient, Oxaliplatin, which is used in the treatment of cancer of colon and rectum. This medicine is accessible in different substitutes & strengths & must be purchased or given on doctor’s prescription only. You must consult your physician for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Dacotin 100 mg Injection at a fixed time with or without food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take Dacotin 100 mg Injection regularly on time for better results.

How Much Of The Dacotin 100 Mg Injection (Oxaliplatin) to Be Used:

As Dacotin 100 mg Injection is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Dacotin 100 mg Injection. Do not take the Injection on your own & for longer period than recommended by doctor.

How To Take The Dacotin 100 Mg Injection (Oxaliplatin):

Dacotin 100 mg Injection should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. Your doctor or nurse will give you Dacotin 100 mg Injection. Kindly do not self administer this medicine.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Dacotin 100 Mg Injection (Oxaliplatin):

You are always advised to take Dacotin 100 mg Injection as prescribed. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. strictly follow all the guidelines given by your doctor. Do not take the Injection in larger or smaller quantity or for longer period than suggested by your doctor.

Overdose:

Seek medical emergency treatment and/ or contact your surgeon immediately in case of any overdose symptoms. Since Dacotin 100 mg Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency measure will be initiated immediately by your physician if they observe overdose symptoms.

Missed Dose:

The missed dosage of the injection should be administered by the doctor as soon as possible. It is strictly suggested to skip the missed dosage if it is already time for your next scheduled dosage. You must not double the dosage of the prescription to make up for the missed dosage. Since Dacotin 100 mg Injection is administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dosage is very low.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Dacotin 100 Mg Injection (Oxaliplatin):

• Burning or tingling sensation of hands and feet
• Cough
• Fever and chills
• Low WBC and Platelet count
• Mouth ulcers
• Loss of appetite
• Skin rash
• Nausea and Vomiting
• Swelling of eyelids, face, lips
• Acid or sour stomach
• Sneezing
• Stomach discomfort and pain
• Running Nose
• Change in taste
• Hair loss
• Fatigue
• Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
• Diarrhea
• Increased liver enzymes
• Peripheral sensory neuropathy

What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Dacotin 100 mg Injection. This interaction may produce some needless or adverse effects and/or cause your drug not to work properly. You must always talk about with your doctor if you are taking other prescription/ Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

• Clozapine
• Vancomycin
• Atorvastatin
• Live vaccines

It can also interact with following disease condition:

• Infections
• Bone marrow suppression
• Liver disease
• Arrhythmias
• Lung injury
• Renal impairment

Warning And Precaution:

Dacotin 100 mg Injection can worsen the conditions like:

• Allergy
• Liver/kidney disease
• Regular monitoring of complete blood cell counts and kidney function is necessary during treatment with this medicine
• You must not drive or operate heavy machinery while taking this medicine as it may cause nausea and vomiting
• Always consult with your doctor straight away to get best possible treatment if you are suffering from any of the above mentioned conditions.

Things To Remember:

• Keep the Dacotin 100 mg Injection out of reach and sight of the children
• This medicine is strictly used to treat with caution in children, adolescents, and elderly
• Dacotin 100 mg Injection is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of harmful effects on the unborn baby
• You must always check up the information precisely written on the leaflet/ insert of the medicine
• Always consult your medical doctor if you have any uncertainty in case of the dosage, time & strength of the medicine.

Indications:

Dacotin 100 mg Injection should be taken for cancer treatment. Do not take this prescription for longer period than suggested by the Doctor.

Storage:

Store the Dacotin 100 mg Injection at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the Injection is intact and not damaged while purchasing or storing.