This medication is an antineoplastic agent, prescribed for colorectal cancer either alone or with other medications. It works by killing cancer cells and slowing tumor growth. Oxaliplatin harms cancer cells causing their death. It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein. Adult: iv advanced colorectal cancer- with fluorouracil and folinic acid: 85 mgm2 2 weekly.