Successful oxaliplatin desensitization protocol in a patient with colorectal metastatic cancer.
Cindy E de Lira-QuezadaRosalaura V Villarreal GonzálezSandra N Gonzalez-DiazLigia L Carrasco-DiazPublished in: Journal of oncology pharmacy practice : official publication of the International Society of Oncology Pharmacy Practitioners (2020)
Approximately 50% of patients who are exposed to oxaliplatin may have hypersensitivity despite premedication. Desensitization protocol induces tolerance to a drug temporarily and is dependent on continuous exposure.