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Eloxatin and Arrhythmias

Result of checking the interaction of drug Eloxatin and disease Arrhythmias for safety when used together.

Check result:

Eloxatin <> Arrhythmias

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

The use of oxaliplatin has been associated with QT prolongation, and ventricular arrhythmias including fatal Torsade de Pointes. Therapy with oxaliplatin should be administered cautiously in patients with congestive heart failure, bradyarrhythmias, and electrolyte abnormalities. Correct hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia prior to initiating oxaliplatin and monitor these electrolytes periodically during therapy. Avoid oxaliplatin in patients with congenital long QT syndrome.

Eloxatin

Generic Name: oxaliplatin

Brand Name: Eloxatin

Synonyms: n.a.

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