Oxaliplatin fills a specific niche within our platinum-chemotherapy range that's distinct from Cisplatin and Carboplatin — its primary clinical role centers on colorectal cancer as part of the widely used FOLFOX regimen, making it a complementary rather than competing SKU for hospitals already stocking our other two platinum agents for different cancer types.
- Approved indication: Colorectal cancer, typically as part of combination chemotherapy regimens (most notably FOLFOX, combined with 5-fluorouracil and leucovorin)
- Mechanism: A third-generation platinum agent that binds cancer-cell DNA, forming cross-links that prevent replication and trigger cell death
- Clinical role: The platinum backbone specifically for colorectal cancer protocols, distinct from Cisplatin/Carboplatin's more typical indications
- Regimen positioning: Almost always given as part of a multi-drug combination rather than as a standalone agent
- Distinctive cold-induced neuropathy: A hallmark side effect specific to Oxaliplatin — patients are typically advised to avoid cold drinks, cold surfaces, and cold air exposure around the time of infusion to reduce nerve-related discomfort
- Myelosuppression: Regular blood count monitoring required, as with other platinum agents
- Hypersensitivity reactions: Possible, particularly with repeated treatment cycles
- Pregnancy: Contraindicated
- Certification: WHO-GMP sourced manufacturing
- Batch-specific testing: Purity and potency validated per batch
- Commodity-scale pricing: As a widely used colorectal-cancer chemotherapy agent, competitive bulk pricing is available for hospital-scale procurement
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Stock status: Available on request | Quote turnaround: 24 hours
- Logistics: GDP-compliant cold-chain export (2–8°C)
- Coverage: Global export markets
- Tracking: Full shipment tracking included
- Institutional buyers: Hospital oncology-center bulk procurement, particularly colorectal cancer treatment centers
- Portfolio positioning: A complementary platinum agent alongside Cisplatin and Carboplatin, rounding out a complete platinum-chemotherapy offering for oncology distributors
What is Oxaliplatin used for?
Treats colorectal cancer, typically as part of the FOLFOX chemotherapy combination regimen.
Get Oxaliplatin price from a GMP-compliant Indian supplier — how?
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Why is it different from Cisplatin and Carboplatin?
Its primary clinical role is specifically in colorectal cancer, and it causes a distinctive cold-induced nerve sensitivity not typically seen with the other platinum agents.
Do patients need to avoid cold exposure?
Yes, patients are usually advised to avoid cold drinks and cold air around the time of infusion to reduce nerve-related side effects.
Who supplies Oxaliplatin from India?
WHO-GMP certified manufacturer with full export documentation.
