Drug reference
oxaliplatin
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Drug class
Oncology (Alkylating Agents)
Mechanism of action
Platinum coordination compound that inhibits DNA synthesis; cross-links and denatures strands of DNA; disrupts DNA function by covalently binding to DNA bases
Common side effects
- Abdominal Pain
- Anemia
- Vomiting
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Diarrhea
Known interactions (2)
- cidofovir + oxaliplatin Major
- dronedarone + oxaliplatin Major
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is oxaliplatin?
oxaliplatin belongs to: Oncology.
How does oxaliplatin work?
Platinum coordination compound that inhibits DNA synthesis; cross-links and denatures strands of DNA; disrupts DNA function by covalently binding to DNA bases
What are the common side effects of oxaliplatin?
Abdominal Pain, Anemia, Vomiting, Fatigue, Nausea, Peripheral neuropathy, Diarrhea
Which drugs interact with oxaliplatin?
cidofovir, dronedarone
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